Children live with their parents until they are married, and children who do not marry remain in their parents home. While some young men and women choose their partners, most Syrian marriages are arranged by their families and are preceded by a formal engagement.

Is anyone living in Syria?

Inside Syria, there are 13.4 million people in need of humanitarian assistance (of a total population of 17.5 million). By many accounts from Syrians still living in the country, the violence of conflict is not confined to bombing, missile attacks, and the destruction of cities like Idlib, Aleppo, and Raqqa.

Why are people leaving Syria?

Syrians fleeing conflict in their country often leave everything behind. Theyre in need of the basics to sustain their lives: food, clothing, healthcare, shelter, and household and hygiene items. Refugees also need reliable access to clean water, as well as sanitation facilities.

Is polygamy common in Syria?

Polygamy as polygyny in most of Syria is restricted. After the outbreak of the Syrian Civil War, the Kurdish Rojava inhabited regions outlawed polygamy in the northeastern parts of Syria that fell under their de facto control.