The Water Commons Archives - Syria is a Research based Archival endeavor dedicated to the examination and preservation of histories concerning shared water basins and indigenous water practices as an open-source collection of primary and secondary materials that explores the intricate dimensions of water and its socio-cultural implications in Syria.

The archive features historical documents, detailed mapping records, and qualitative studies, collectively reflecting the histories of indigenous practices in Syria’s bordering water systems. These rivers, integral to the region's rural, economic, and societal fabric, have historically underpinned traditional water knowledge infrastructures that have sustained communities amidst times of drought and conflict.

The Water Commons Archives, in its essence, challenges conventional boundaries, both geographical and conceptual. The archive endeavors to transcend the limitations imposed by contemporary borders, which often inadequately reflect the natural hydrological divisions that define our perceptions of our watersheds. This approach advocates for a more holistic and ecologically nuanced perspective on water knowledge, one that acknowledges the interconnectedness of ecosystems and human communities beyond artificial demarcations. Moreover, the archive engages critically with the socio-political aspects of water, investigating how historical power structures and colonial legacies have influenced water rights and access. Amidst diverse historical underpinnings and instances, the Water Commons Archives invites scholars and practitioners to reconsider our perception of our water basins through spatial and transitional practices.