Rojava and the Kurdish Fight for Democracy: An Analysis of Betrayal and Resilience
Remarks by: DAVID L. PHILLIPS Academic Visitor, St. Anthony’s College, Oxford Univetsity The Kurdish Studies Conference, London School of Economics May 1, 2026 Rojava is more than a geographic reference. It is a way of life marked by grass-roots democracy, women’s rights, and environmental sustainability. As a concept, it is relevant beyond Syria’s borders. The world…