Rojava is a New Revolutionary Confederation
Rojava is an autonomous region in north Syria. The region gained its autonomy in the summer of 2012 in the process of the Syrian uprising, establishing a society based on principles of direct democracy, gender equity, and sustainability. Rojava consists of the three cantons called Jazira, Kobani and Afrin.
Listen: We get lots of messages from people who have not read this site. Before you send us a message, go through and read everything. This is serious business, and if you send a one liner email without having read the info here then you are wasting our time and leaving a bad impression. We want serious people to come.
What You Should Expect
Coming to Rojava is a big decision, and you should understand fully what you are getting into so you feel prepared.
This is a revolution, not a Facebook event.
Also bear in mind that:
- We do not pay volunteers.
- You should aim for 6 months or more.
- We do not accept tourists. People join these projects.
- We all desire true freedom. We work towards this goal.
Get Started With The Guide
To get started, follow this guide:
- What You Can Do Here
- Learn the Greek Language
- Preparing Yourself and Packing List
- The Journey Here
- What To Expect
- I’m Ready To Come
You should study the information above so that you can fully understand the situation you are about to enter.
Next: 1. What You Can Do Here