The organization “Touche Pas à Mon Enfant” has weighed in on the controversy sparked by a video posted by an Emirati citizen referring to “14-year-old girls” in Morocco, calling for a judicial investigation into content it said raised suspicions of the exploitation of minors under the guise of marriage.
The latest National Family Survey by the HCP reveals profound societal shifts that call for adapted public policies. With trends like the move towards nuclear families, declining birth rates, and rising divorce and singlehood, sociologist Soumaya Naamane Guessous sheds light on what the numbers tell us about these changes.
Rachida El Garani, a Belgian-Moroccan filmmaker, turned personal trauma into art, from surviving an abusive marriage to winning international awards with her films Into Darkness and Rachid. Now, she is developing a deeply personal feature on forced marriage and domestic violence, determined to break taboos and tell her story on her own terms.
Minister of Justice Abdellatif Ouahbi and Minister of Islamic Affairs Ahmed Toufiq revealed today, during a communication meeting, the key proposed amendments to the Family Code.
The Economic, Social and Environmental Council underscores the urgency of addressing early marriage in its detailed report. Recognizing the significant negative impact on girls' economic and social status, as well as its broader societal consequences, the report emphasizes the need for effective prevention strategies.