Syria

Syria remains one of the world's most complex and protracted humanitarian crises. More than fourteen years of conflict have devastated the country's economy, destroyed critical infrastructure, and triggered one of the largest displacement crises in modern history. An estimated 16.5 million people require humanitarian assistance in 2025, including 7.1 million internally displaced persons and nearly two million IDP returnees, reflecting the prolonged nature of displacement and fragile return conditions (OCHA, October 2025). Approximately 60 per cent of the population suffers from food insecurity, roughly half of Syria's hospitals are non-functional, and millions face challenges accessing clean water and safe sanitation (OCHA, July 2025). 

Syria's political transition following the change in authorities in December 2024 has stabilized parts of the country, but the humanitarian crisis is far from over. Continuous hostilities in the northern and southern parts of the country continue to trigger additional displacement and protection concerns, compounded by the worst drought-like conditions in more than 36 years, with devastating impacts on food security, access to water, and public health (OCHA, December 2025). Simultaneously, a major overhaul of humanitarian coordination is underway — creating both challenges and opportunities for a more effective, inclusive, and accountable response. 

In this context, access to accurate, structured, and interoperable data is not a technical function. It is the foundation on which effective coordination, resource allocation, and advocacy depend.