Syrian diaspora mobilization for prospective transitional justice in the absence of transition

Mobilization for transitional justice typically “deals with the past,” focusing on retrospective attempts to deal injustices. Little attention has been afforded such mobilization when prospects transition and are remote. The Syrian diaspora persistently mobilizes what we call prospective despite unfavorable circumstances. This article asks why. First, they have a sense of moral obligation do so. Second, framing claims in terms human rights is perceived as best strategy transform society. Third, discourse an avenue through which organizations secure institutional survival.