Marokko

HI shares its expertise with Moroccan organisations to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in society, strengthen rehabilitation services and improve the quality of life of migrant populations.

Ein junge mit Behinderung sitzt an einem Tisch und spielt mit bunten Bauklötzen. Dabei sitzt eine HI-Therapeutin, die ihm hilft.

A therapist from HI plays with a child with a disability. This helps them to improve their motor skills. | © H.Zahir / HI

Laufende Aktivitäten / Our activities

HI began working in Morocco in 1993 and signed a Headquarters Agreement with the Moroccan Ministry of Cooperation and Foreign Affairs in 1999. Our organisation’s historical roots are reflected in our strong network of partnerships with Organisations of People with Disabilities (OPD), supported for over 20 years to develop their capacity for self-representation and action.

Since 2011, HI Morocco has been working closely with the authorities on reforms aimed at developing inclusive public policies. The programme has also extended its collaboration to the private sector, helping companies to include people with disabilities in the workplace, particularly young people. It has also broadened its field of action by joining forces with new Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to meet the needs of vulnerable groups, such as women who have been victims of discrimination and migrants.

After the earthquake in September 2023, HI broadened its response to emergency needs, mainly in the fields of physical and functional rehabilitation and mental health.

Hintergrund / Background

Morocco, a parliamentary constitutional monarchy, is experiencing moderate economic growth with GDP of 2.4% in the first half of 2024 impacted by the drought affecting its agricultural sector, which accounts for 15% of GDP.

Although cereal production has fallen by 43%, non-agricultural growth remains solid at 3.3%. Domestic demand is rising, supported by low inflation of 1.7% in August 2024, compared with 10.1% at the start of the year. The country, which has few mineral resources apart from phosphate, has developed industrial sectors linked to the automotive, textile and agro-food industries. The tertiary sector, particularly tourism and telecommunications, has also made good progress.

Morocco plays a key foreign policy role, positioning itself as a bridge between Europe and Africa, re-joining the African Union in 2016 and applying for membership of ECOWAS in 2017. In 2021, the country strengthened its relations with the United States and Israel.

Socially, Morocco faces some major challenges, including high unemployment, particularly among young people, and a low labour force participation rate. The COVID-19 pandemic worsened these difficulties by causing a significant loss of jobs. The country is also struggling to address social inequalities and the challenges associated with the inclusion of people with disabilities. Efforts have been made to improve their inclusion in society, with long-standing partnerships with organisations of people with disabilities and increased support for companies to include disabled people in the workplace. However, progress is still needed to guarantee full inclusion and genuine equal rights.

Number of HI staff: 22
Programme created in: 1993

Ausführliche Beschreibung unserer Aktivitäten vor Ort (pdf, 475.01 KB)

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Marokko: "Schulbücher der getöteten Kinder lagen in den Trümmern."

Mohamed lebt in Amizmiz, in der Nähe des Epizentrums des Erdbebens, das Marokko Anfang September erschüttert hat. Einen Monat nach der Katastrophe berichtet er darüber, wie die Solidarität der Menschen hilft, um diese beispiellose Krise zu bewältigen. Die Überlebenden überwinden den Schock nur langsam. Viele machen sich nun Sorgen vor dem bevorstehenden Winter.

Marokko: Hilfe nach dem Jahrhundert-Erdbeben

Bulent Kilic / AFP

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Marokko: Hilfe nach dem Jahrhundert-Erdbeben

Ein Erdbeben der Stärke 6,8 erschütterte Marokko in der Nacht vom 8. auf den 9. September 2023. HI ist seit 30 Jahren im Land präsent. Wir verteilen Zelte, Planen, Decken und Krücken und unterstützen die Verletzten langfristig mit Reha.

Inklusion Rechte von Menschen mit Behinderung

Frühlings Erwachen

Verleugnet, versteckt oder gleich nach der Geburt im Krankenhaus zurückgelassen – so erging es bislang vielen Marokkanern mit Behinderungen. Doch seit dem Arabischen Frühling sind Veränderungen wahrzunehmen, denn der Staat bekennt sich zur Inklusion. Eindrücke von einer Projektreise mit der Hilfsorganisation Handicap International.
Von Gregor Jungheim