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I am Jewish and I Love Muslims
By Joshua Kohen Washington D.C - Last May, I had an interesting encounter on a train ride from Marrakesh to Rabat. It was my fourth visit to Morocco as an American Jew, visiting a land my paternal...
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Hicham Zerhouni: The First Moroccan to Join America’s New Leaders Council
Chicago – A Moroccan-American, Hicham Zerhouni, has been selected as a fellow of the New Leaders Council (NLC), a U.S. non-profit organization that promotes progressive political entrepreneurs —...
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CorpsAfrica, Service for Life-Changing Experiences
Agadir - CorpsAfrica has just finished training ten young Moroccan social activists. This is the second group of Moroccans that will be sworn in on January 26th to volunteer in rural areas across...
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British Council Discusses Youth Employability in Morocco
By Ferdaws Aharrar Rabat - The British Council Morocco will organize a meeting on the topic "Employability of Marginalized Youth" on Tuesday at the General Confederation of Enterprises of Morocco...
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Immigrants in Morocco Seek Harmony, Face Challenges
By Ferdaws Aharrar Tangier - Immigrants now living in Morocco have embraced Morocco, a country that has welcomed them warmly, and become a part of Moroccan society. Medi1 TV interviewed some...
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UNDEF Project Helps Create the Moroccan Network of Local Youth Councils
By Adil Bentahar Casablanca - As part of the ‘Engaging Civil Society and Youth in Public Policy Dialogue in North Africa’ project, the Moroccan Center for Civic Education (MCCE), supported by the...
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Amazigh New Year in the United States
By Joshua Kohen Boston - From the moment you enter the giant hall, you might think you are in North Africa. The giant Amazigh flags plastered on the walls, guests in traditional garb, and Amazigh...
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Eradicating underage Marriage Cant’ Be Achieved Without a Change in...
By Ferdaws, Aharrar Rabat – Eradicating underage marriage in Morocco requires serious changes to the socioeconomic situation throughout the country, the legal provisions and people’s mentalities, said...
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Morocco: French Pedophile Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
Rabat - A French pedophile who sexually abused nine Moroccan children has been sentenced to two years in prison, according to Agence France Press (AFP). The elderly French identified as Jean-Luc G...
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New Crowdfunding Platform to Open Retail Sector for Moroccan Craftsmen
By Kristina Fried Rabat - Moroccan-born MIT student Zyad El Jebbari is the founder of a new and innovative platform, MoroCrafts, which could change the face of the Moroccan economy. A large part of...
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Addressing an Uncomfortable ‘Compliment’
By Brianne Kelly Bouarfa, Morocco - I cannot remember the last time that I craved hot chocolate this often and looked forward to early nights knowing that once I was under my covers I could snuggle...
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Swedish Security Guards Investigated after Assaulting 9-year-old Moroccan Boy
Rabat - The police are reportedly investigating the two Swedish security guards who were filmed slamming a Moroccan nine-year-old boy’s head into a stone floor at the main station in Malmö, Sweden....
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Moroccan Talent Expo 2015 to Take Place in Virginia in April
Radia Benabbou Tangier - The State of Virginia, USA will host the Moroccan Talent Expo Sports (MTES) to provide young Moroccan soccer players with a chance to showcase their talents. This event will...
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Scarcity of Green Areas and the Spread of Cafes Destroy Youth in Fez
Fez - There is no doubt that the scarcity of green areas and the spread of cafes in Moroccans cities is one of the aspects that strike any foreigner who visits Morocco. This phenomenon, which has...
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The Practical Imperative of Youth Participation, A Moroccan Perspective
Marrakech – Historically and socially, Moroccan youth have been deprived of a meaningful participation in political, economic and social life. They lack basic access to information and education...
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Nador: A Warm Visit to Local Children’s Home
Nador - In a charitable move, students and the staff of ‘les classes preparatoires’ of Lyceé Mohammed Abdelkarim Al Khattabi in Nador have organized a group visit to children living in a charity...
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What Constitutes a Woman’s “Honor”?
By Ferdaws Aharrar Rabat - Three women were sitting in the local hospital discussing something that sounded controversial to me, and as I happened to eavesdrop, I could not help but state my opinion...
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Raising Awareness about People’s Rights in Sidi Kacem, Morocco
Sidi Kacem - A nonprofit, self-advocacy organization has been established in Sidi Kacem, Morocco. The organization is making a positive impact within the community and assisting others with achieving...
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Egyptian Teacher Shaves Schoolgirl’s Head for Not Wearing Hijab
Rabat - A teacher of religious education in Egypt shaved a schoolgirl's head in front of her colleagues because she was not wearing the Hijab. According to Egyptian media reports, the primary school...
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Morocco’s Al Akhawayn Leader of the Year Award Honors Community Leaders
Rabat - Each spring semester, the Leadership Development Institute of Al Akhawayn University organizes a “Leader of the Year Award.” The ceremony will take place on April 23rd. The ceremony awards the...
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