150 women graduate from Syria's new police academy

Around 150 women have graduated from Syria’s newly established police academy, a milestone that underscores the government’s drive to rebuild the country’s security apparatus and broaden female participation in law‑enforcement roles. The ceremony, held in the capital, was attended by senior officials who highlighted the graduates’ completion of a six‑month curriculum covering criminal law, public order, and community policing.

The cohort’s graduation is part of a broader security‑sector reform program aimed at restoring stability after years of conflict and integrating women into positions traditionally held by men. Authorities say the inclusion of female officers is intended to improve public trust, especially in handling cases involving women and children, and to align Syria’s policing standards with international norms. The graduates are set to be deployed across various districts, where they will assist in routine patrols, traffic control and crime prevention, contributing to the ongoing effort to normalize public safety services throughout the nation.