Morocco – تابوهات Taboohat

Women are just a vessel for childbearing

Why is abortion such a taboo and a controversial topic in Morocco? There are several answers to this question, but the most obvious answer is religion and more precisely: Islam, Morocco's official state religion. However, the issue is not Islam itself as…

Child Marriage by Imane Er Rami

Morocco sees growing trend in child marriage

The family constitutes a distinctive institution as it is considered the main pillar of society in many countries. Constitutions of various countries share this perception of the family. In Morocco this is also the case as our constitution spells out the importance…

Podcast by Alexandra Sandels

Secret abortions and toxic masculinities

Episode 2: Journalist Alexandra Sandels reflects on the experiences of four women and queer youths in the Arab region of taboos associated with sexuality and freedom.

Child Marriage by Buthaina Al Salwi

Child marriage: a problem in several Arab countries

The vast majority of child brides are vulnerable girls living under poor economic and social conditions.

Marital Rape by Imane Er Rami, Nassira Khamichli

How marital rape is countered in Morocco

Sexual rights are still a taboo subject in Morocco, both legally and socially. Marital rape is not criminalized in Morocco to this day. The Moroccan criminal law criminalizes rape, a crime that is punishable by imprisonment ranging from five to ten years.…

Sexual Freedom by Nassira Khamichli

Consensual extramarital relationships should be decriminalised

Consensual extramarital relationships are considered a thorny issue in Middle Eastern societies, especially since they are linked to social taboos and myths such as honor, adultery and religion. As usual, the issue of extramarital relations mainly concerns women as most of our…

Youth Participation by Yassine Karkich

The lack of political engagement among the youth in Morocco

Unlike previous generations who, despite difficult circumstances on the ground took the initiative to engage in electoral participation, the new generation simply show less of an interest in participating in politics.

Envisioning the Future by Nassira Khamichli

Where will I be in a decade from now?

The thought of immigrating to a new country has always been etched in the minds of young people in the Middle East and North Africa. I also belong in this category of people.

Youth Participation by Imane Er Rami

An outdated political culture makes the youth turn away from politics

There are many examples of past youth activism that show that Moroccan youth are at the forefront when it comes to demanding justice, dignity and an end to corruption.

Youth Participation by Bouchra Zeroual

On the youth of tomorrow

There is much value to actively participating in building society and preparing for the next generation.

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