The Syrian Observatory For Human Rights

Displeasure with the niqab ban decision at Damascus University at the behest of the ruling Baath Party in Syria

The Presidency of Damascus University issued a circular at the behest of the leadership of the Damascus University branch of the “Baath Party” on 2nd of December 2019, prohibiting the entry of any student wearing a dress that is not suitable for university students “niqab, shorts, sportswear, Jellabiya, and so on.” the decision was signed by the President of Damascus University, and addressed to the deans of all colleges, while this circular met was with widespread displeasure, as the prohibited dress is considered to be a traditional dress for hundreds of female students, and some considered it as an affront to human personal freedom.