About Us

CONSORTIUM OF SYRIAN INDEPENDENT MEDIA

CSIM seeks to strengthen the sustainability, independence, and collective influence of Syrian independent media.

Who Are We​?

CSIM exists to transform collaboration into a force for sustainability and influence: to uphold rigorous, public-interest journalism; to protect editorial freedom; and to reinforce the credibility and resilience of Syrian-led media as a cornerstone of democratic life and social accountability.

Our Mission​

Fostering collaboration through strategic partnerships

Advocating for press freedom and independent journalism

Protecting editorial and institutional autonomy

Building inclusive and transparent governance

Our Shared
Values

Editorial & institutional independence
Pluralism & diversity​
Transparency & accountability
Collaboration & cooperation
Ethical journalism
Mutual support & solidarity

Phased Governance Approach

01.

PHASE1

FOUNDING STAGE

CSIM is composed of its four founding member organizations.
Consolidation of the consortium.

02.

PHASE 2​

EXPANSION & CONSOLIDATION

CSIM transitions to a broader alliance of independent Syrian media organisations, with new members joining and a General Assembly . 

Governance

All governance bodies and members are required to adhere to CSIM’s foundational governance frameworks, which together ensure consistency, accountability, and ethical integrity across all operations.

CSIM in Numbers​

Our combined presence across Syria

90

Journalists

8m

Website Users & Social Media
Followers

1.2m

Radio Listeners

Does your organisation want to become a member?​

Our detailed membership criteria establish the standards by which new members, whether full or associate members, are admitted and existing members are reviewed.

membership criteria