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It is afternoon and I am at the Mclean Community Center in VA to attend an event. As soon as I set a foot in the room, I am already
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Moroccan American Youth Art Contest Seeks the White House It is afternoon and I am at the Mclean Community Center in VA to attend an event. As soon as I set a foot in the room, I am already exchanging hugs with faces I had not seen for months if not years, and hellos with individuals I meet for the first time. In the middle of the room, there are tables lined up with about 32 kids, age ranging from 2 to 14 years old, who are drawing with crayons. Some of them are demanding that their parents check on their work for approval while others are adamant that their parents do not even peek at their crafts. MBTV was busy interviewing kids and capturing these moments. On the far left corner of the room, there is a table with juices, water, and various types of cookies.
On the wall to my right, I can see Moroccan and American flags and some posters hanging. As the afternoon progressed, I got the chance to mingle with few parents who were spread out in various small groups. Topics varied from discussing which airline to take this summer to travel to Morocco, to sharing information on various local schools kids attend, to the fast rate at which kids grow. It was pleasant to also hear parents compare and contrast the habits and ways of their children.
Such was the setting at the second Youth Art Contest, part of My Morocco event series. This particular event was chaired by Mrs. Annalissa Essaadi, and the theme this time around was "Welcome the Obama Family to the White House." The aim was to bring community members and their families together yet again and to press on with the Obama to Speak in Morocco Campaign said Hassan Samerhouni. who is proving to be the quintessence of persistence in this campaign.
After all these aspiring young Picassos had completed their pieces, they were given the opportunity to talk about their works of art. Then, they each received an honorary certificate in recognition for their participation and as a token of encouragement. Speaking of certificates, Art supplies, certificates, and snacks and refreshments were sponsored by WMC members. Speaking of WMC members, Abdessamad Nhairy and Aicha Bensaid were instrumental in making this event a success.
Organizers are planning to select three to four paintings and organize a trip to the White House with these kids to present the paintings to the Obama family. Since we live in a land where anything is possible, attempts at making it official by presenting the selected works to Malia and Sasha Obama in person are underway. It would be quite a tail to tell for these kids if this were to materialize. And who knows, may be this will inspire some of them to want to seek the presidency some day!
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At her reading, organized by Algonquin Books, Washington Moroccan Club and Border Books, in Washington DC, Moroccan American Author, Laila Lalami, described the central character of her second novel in
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Moroccan American Author, Laila Lalami, on Her Second Novel : Secret Son At her reading, organized by Algonquin Books, Washington Moroccan Club and Border Books, in Washington DC, Moroccan American Author, Laila Lalami, described the central character of her second novel in English, "Secret Son", as a poor young man in contemporary Morocco, his aspirations of education and escape from the Casablanca Slum where he lives with his mother, the revelation that his father is still alive and doing well and his sub-sequential adventures.
In a lively Q&A session following her presentation, She refused to be seen as anything but a novelist, "I am not pretending to know my native country Morocco any more than anyone else". She said that she does not necessarily aim to do social criticism, or write about any particular issue, her main focus as a novelist, is to write a story as best I can. And since her characters live in Moroccan society, that society's characteristics, contradictions and shortcomings are laid bare to the reader to ponder.
What emerged from her second book, Secret Son, is ambiguity, and that, for Laila Lalami, is normal providing her upbringing, education, experience both here in the States and in Morocco.
In an interview with MoroccoBoard TV, Laila Lalami took issue with her comparisons to Moroccan Writer Tahar Ben Jelloun, as the marquee Moroccan author in English. She said that she couldnt start believing all the hype that is being written out there. "It is dangerous for an author to do that".
She also confessed that she has been heartened by the outpouring support from the Moroccan American Community both online and at her book tour throughout the country.
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In a unique and poignant ceremony, Jersey city Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy along with other city leaders and contingent from the Moroccan American Community, the Moroccan Flag was raised over
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Raising The Flag Over City Hall- In a unique and poignant ceremony, Jersey city Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy along with other city leaders and contingent from the Moroccan American Community, the Moroccan Flag was raised over City Hall.
The Mayor designated Mr. Abdelali Lalaoui, a soccer coach and the event coordinator, as an Ambassador of Jersey city because of his outstanding role with the city's youth sport program. The mayor presented the city Key to The Washington Moroccan Club president, Mr. Hassan Samrhouni.
Ms Aicha Afifi, the deputy Chief of Mission at the Moroccan Embassy followed with a brief speech on Morocco's current status.
"It was a way for us to honor Morocco and bring both flags together" said Melinda Vickerman-Lalaoui, the event co-coordinator. 0 0
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he Chief of the Non-Immigrant Visa Unit at the U.S. Consulate in Casablanca, Morocco, Ms. Nahal Kazemi, participated in a town Hall meeting with Moroccan Americans, in washington, where she
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How to Get US Visa: talk with State Dept. Officer - 2 he Chief of the Non-Immigrant Visa Unit at the U.S. Consulate in Casablanca, Morocco, Ms. Nahal Kazemi, participated in a town Hall meeting with Moroccan Americans, in washington, where she spoke about various aspects of immigration policies affecting the Moroccan and Moroccan-American community. View Videos and Photos Ms. Kazemi answered questions on U.S. policies for granting visas of various kinds, including for business, education, lottery program, tourism and cultural exchange.
The Dallas Festival organizers thanked the US Consulate for its help in facilitating travel to various musicians, artisans and organizors who have participated in the festival.
The event was sponsored by the Washington Moroccan American Club in collaboration with The Moroccan Embassy, Washington DC, and the U.S. Consulate in Casablanca, Morocco. 0 0
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In an interview with MoroccoBoard TV, Laila Lalami took issue with her comparisons to Moroccan Writer Tahar Ben Jelloun, as the marquee Moroccan author in English. She said that she
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Interview: laila Lalami , Autor of the - secret Son - Novel In an interview with MoroccoBoard TV, Laila Lalami took issue with her comparisons to Moroccan Writer Tahar Ben Jelloun, as the marquee Moroccan author in English. She said that she couldnt start believing all the hype that is being written out there. "It is dangerous for an author to do that".
She also confessed that she has been heartened by the outpouring support from the Moroccan American Community both online and at her book tour throughout the country.
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Hamid Kachmar, a Moroccan born painter is now featured in an exhibition entitled "e;Intricacies"e; at the Parish gallery in Washington, DC.
Mr. Kachmar is a multifaceted, internationally trained artist of
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Hamid Kachmar's "Intricacies" Hamid Kachmar, a Moroccan born painter is now featured in an exhibition entitled "Intricacies" at the Parish gallery in Washington, DC.
Mr. Kachmar is a multifaceted, internationally trained artist of indigenous Moroccan Amazigh ancestry. His materials and techniques evoke metaphors, moods, and expressions from where he grew up and what he experienced during his studies and travels. His work is mostly, not entirely inspired by his Amazigh culture, his philosophy of life and survival and its embodiment in poetic objects such as weaving, wood carving, and body adornment, and he strives to employ universal metaphoric content to his work. MoroccoBoard TV, in this documentary, directs a spotlight on this unique and talented Artist.
I have recently been investigating the process by which transient and fugitive identities take place while collective cultural ones endure global osmosis in order to preserve their peculiarities. Although we live in a more cross-cultural and interconnected world we strive to understand, communicate, and express ourselves due to implications of cultural idioms, dislocations, alienations, and hegemonies. Translating that to my art, I consider my surfaces as spaces of transience, interaction, and transformation. They are constructed out of several intricate and interwoven visual elements. Identity, memory and daily encounters are the crux of my creative endeavor.
Mr. Kachmar received his BA degree from Meknes University in Morocco in 1995 and his MFA from Howard University in 2006. He teaches at the Childrens Studio School for Arts and Architecture in Washington, DC along with lecturing at Howard University.
For the past 12 years his works have been shown in exhibitions in Washington, DC, Virginia, Oregon, New England and North Carolina, along with exhibits in France, Spain, and Morocco.
He has been the recipient of several awards from Howard University and is an active supporter of Moroccan American children art workshops.
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Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios. To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv
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Part 4- Moroccan American Town Hall Meeting TV Prog Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios. To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv 0 0
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TV program of Town Hall meeting for Moroccan Americans in Washington, DC. Program produced by Moroccoboard.com and shot at white House Video Studios.To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv
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Part 8: Moroccan American Town Hall Meeting TV Show TV program of Town Hall meeting for Moroccan Americans in Washington, DC. Program produced by Moroccoboard.com and shot at white House Video Studios.To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv
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Part of series of outreach actions, the Moroccan Ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar, recently made a trip and spoke in front of a business audience at the Irvine Chamber of Commerce
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2-investing in Morocco presentation Part of series of outreach actions, the Moroccan Ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar, recently made a trip and spoke in front of a business audience at the Irvine Chamber of Commerce in Orange County , CA.
He spoke about investment opportunities in Morocco , the advantageous conditions provided to foreign investors. He fielded questions from the audience on renewable energies in morocco, on investment in the health sector. The emergence of retirement facilities for northern Europeans in morocco elicited a great interest, followed by related questions on necessary services to western retirees that move to Morocco .
The trip was organized and coordinated by Mr. Adil Naji of Arabesque, Inc., the event was sponsored by the Irvine Chamber of Commerce, FTR International, a global contracting and engineering firm.
The media coverage was provided by Mostapha Saout of MoroccoBoard. The daily orange county newspaper, The OC Register, reported on the visit and on investments in Morocco the following day.
Part of series of outreach actions, the Moroccan Ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar, recently made a trip and spoke in front of a business audience at the Irvine Chamber of Commerce in Orange County , CA.
He spoke about investment opportunities in Morocco , the advantageous conditions provided to foreign investors. He fielded questions from the audience on renewable energies in morocco, on investment in the health sector. The emergence of retirement facilities for northern Europeans in morocco elicited a great interest, followed by related questions on necessary services to western retirees that move to Morocco .
The trip was organized and coordinated by Mr. Adil Naji of Arabesque, Inc., the event was sponsored by the Irvine Chamber of Commerce, FTR International, a global contracting and engineering firm.
The media coverage was provided by Mostapha Saout of MoroccoBoard. The daily orange county newspaper, The OC Register, reported on the visit and on investments in Morocco the following day.
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 2 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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TV program of Town Hall meeting for Moroccan Americans in Washington, DC. Program produced by Moroccoboard.com and shot at white House Video Studios.
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Part 7: Moroccan American Town Hall Meeting TV Show TV program of Town Hall meeting for Moroccan Americans in Washington, DC. Program produced by Moroccoboard.com and shot at white House Video Studios. 0 0
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Understanding Morocco -- Opportunities for Business and Trade Washington Moroccan American Club & Global Economics and Business Seminar of the Washington Semester Program of the American University
Present Understanding Morocco
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Washington Moroccan American Club & Global Economics and Business Seminar of the Washington Semester Program of the American University
Present
Understanding Morocco -- Opportunities for
Business and Trade
Speaker:
Jean AbiNader, Moroccan America Cultural Center
Topic: Understanding Morocco -- Opportunities for Business and Trade
Date: Thursday October 6, 2011 -
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM
Address:
The American University
Capital Auditorium, the American University Tenley Campus
Washington, D.C 20016
Background
Since 1947 the Washington Semester Program at the American University has brought American and international students to Washington, DC for an intensive one semester program of study and experiential learning.
As part of the Washington Semester Program, the Global Economics and Business Seminar consists of 37 advanced undergrad and graduate level business students from 12 countries, 24 different colleges and universities. 0 0
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Minister M. Ameur, Minister in Charge of Moroccans Abroad Moroccan American Coalition Convention, Denver, Co 2008 For more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com http://www.moroccoboard.com The Moroccan
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minister Ameur 2, Moroccans Abroad Minister M. Ameur, Minister in Charge of Moroccans Abroad Moroccan American Coalition Convention, Denver, Co 2008 For more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com http://www.moroccoboard.com The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC) held its Third Annual Convention in Denver, Colorado. The event brought together 18 Moroccan Associations and over 100 active community individuals in addition to the local Moroccan community members of Denver, CO. The Moroccan American Coalition event coincided with the Democrat Convention and attracted several Moroccan and American influential speakers: Ambassador Aziz Mekouar of Morocco to the US - Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA) - Mr. Mohamed Ameur The Minister of Moroccans Living Abroad - Mr. Mohamed Laenser The General Secretary of Popular Movement in Morocco - Mr. Ahmed Herzenni President of Advisory Council on Human Rights in Morocco - Mr. Abdelaziz Omari Member of the Parliament of Morocco - Mr. Richard Cizik Vice President for Governmental Affairs (NAE). The Third Moroccan American Coalition event gave conventioneers the opportunity to learn new development on Moroccan policies and how the Moroccan community can play a large role in the USA. CREATION OF THE MOROCCAN AMERICAN COALITION DENVER, COLORADO, AUGUST 22nd, 2008 - The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC), was created by the members of the provisional board, represented by several Moroccan Association and active community individuals in the USA who voted by ballot and elected the Executive Officers and Board of Directors. The Moroccan American Coalition's mission is to empower Moroccan Americans to achieve their full potential by unifying over 200,000 growing community members through a platform in which they can leverage their collective assets. For more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com http://www.moroccoboard.com 0 0
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Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios. To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv
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Part 9-Moroccan American Town Hall Meeting TV Prog Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios. To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv 0 0
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a town-hall meeting for the Southern California Moroccan American community was organized and held at the downtown Marriott hotel. The event was over booked and following a brief speech by
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1-Moroccan Americans in Los Angeles, California a town-hall meeting for the Southern California Moroccan American community was organized and held at the downtown Marriott hotel. The event was over booked and following a brief speech by Mr. Mekouar, the attendees lined up to ask various questions.
There were inquiries relating to import/export issues and the need for more transparent and readily available information to potential importers and exporters, others bemoaned the lack of transportation options between Morocco and the US, the sole Royal Air Maroc flight between NY and Casablanca is a drop in the water and is of no help to both Moroccan Americans or potential visitors. There were requests for help to entice American airline companies to open up new routes to Morocco. Mr. Adil Naji of Arabesque, Inc., spoke extensively on the benefit of MAC (the Moroccan American Coalition) that is currently being organized and its potential for streamlining communication among various Moroccan American Communities around the country 0 0
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 3 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
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Highlights of the meeting: * Some of the associations leaders that are not happy with council have personal interests! * Some of these people want to be representatives in the
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Council (7) Moroccan Community abroad Prez. Highlights of the meeting:
* Some of the associations leaders that are not happy with council have personal interests!
* Some of these people want to be representatives in the parliament!
* The biggest challenge is to have Moroccan Communities active in Morocco and fully integrated in their host countries.
* How can we communicate with the community in the US?, It is a large continent!
* The council does not represent the Moroccan communities per say.
* The government has several channels of communications with Moroccans abroad.
* The council is ready to tackle the big issue of political representation with input from the community.
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Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios. To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv
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Part 10-Moroccan American Town Hall Meeting TV Prog Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios. To view entire program: http://www.moroccoboard.com/mbtv 0 0
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A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a
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Feminist Outspoken Minister Skalli explains Moroccan Women Rights developments.
new Civil Law enacted in Morocco improved women positions within the family. a large improvement in the areas of divorce, alimony,
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women's rights in Morocco3 Feminist Outspoken Minister Skalli explains Moroccan Women Rights developments.
new Civil Law enacted in Morocco improved women positions within the family. a large improvement in the areas of divorce, alimony, education and minimum age of marriage for young women.
The situation of women in Polisario camps, guerrilla group for an independent western Sahara, are suffering greatly and the western aid is being diverted to black markets in the regions , enriching Polisario leadership at expense of civilian refugees.
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Moroccan American Center at Moroccan American coalition ConventionFor more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com http://www.moroccoboard.com The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC) held its Third Annual Convention in
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Moroccan American Center at the Moroccan American coalition Conve Moroccan American Center at Moroccan American coalition ConventionFor more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com http://www.moroccoboard.com
The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC) held its Third Annual Convention in Denver, Colorado. The event brought together 18 Moroccan Associations and over 100 active community individuals in addition to the local Moroccan community members of Denver, CO. The Moroccan American Coalition event coincided with the Democrat Convention and attracted several Moroccan and American influential speakers: Ambassador Aziz Mekouar of Morocco to the US - Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA) - Mr. Mohamed Ameur The Minister of Moroccans Living Abroad - Mr. Mohamed Laenser The General Secretary of Popular Movement in Morocco - Mr. Ahmed Herzenni President of Advisory Council on Human Rights in Morocco - Mr. Abdelaziz Omari Member of the Parliament of Morocco - Mr. Richard Cizik Vice President for Governmental Affairs (NAE). The Third Moroccan American Coalition event gave conventioneers the opportunity to learn new development on Moroccan policies and how the Moroccan community can play a large role in the USA. CREATION OF THE MOROCCAN AMERICAN COALITION DENVER, COLORADO, AUGUST 22nd, 2008 - The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC), was created by the members of the provisional board, represented by several Moroccan Association and active community individuals in the USA who voted by ballot and elected the Executive Officers and Board of Directors. The Moroccan American Coalition's mission is to empower Moroccan Americans to achieve their full potential by unifying over 200,000 growing community members through a platform in which they can leverage their collective assets. 0 0
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A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a tense shouting match with a group of individuals that almost broke down the tent. One fellow charged the stage to
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6 Showdown W/ Pres. Moroccan Human Rights Advisory Council A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a tense shouting match with a group of individuals that almost broke down the tent. One fellow charged the stage to within inches of the officials, another one accused Mr. Herzenni of being a sellout and stormed out of the room, another questioned the position on the stage of the official portrait. The first person to ask a question flatly asked for a group resignation of the advisory counsel on Human rights members for non performance.And it went downhill, or uphill depending on one's point of view, from there. Luckily, Mr., Herzenni, who was flanked by Morocco's ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar on one side and by Minister in Charge of Consular Affairs, Mr. Hassan Khantach, on the other side, kept a cool demeanor,and withstood all the fire lobbed in his direction and said, in essence, that nobody promised a paradise in morocco, That there are many unresolved problems, that it takes more than grandstanding to repair a dysfunctional justice and education syems, that progress is being made gradually and that there are no overnight miracles, that patience is needed.It was rough and gritty democratic intercourse that succeeded despite the storm, thanks mostly to Mr. Herzenni's patience and experience, to the diplomatic team that organized the meeting and took some risks,to the rest of the attendees, like Mr. Sallam Chahdi, a human rights activist, who drove from Boston,to ask one question at the meeting.Visit http://www.moroccoboard.com . Photos http://www.moroccoboard.com/album/herz 0 0
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 7 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a tense shouting match with a group of individuals that almost broke down the tent. One fellow charged the stage to
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3- Showdown W/ Pres. Moroccan Human Rights Advisory Council A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a tense shouting match with a group of
individuals that almost broke down the tent. One fellow charged the stage to within inches of the
officials, another one accused Mr. Herzenni of being a sellout and stormed out of the room, another
questioned the position on the stage of the official portrait. The first person to ask a question
flatly asked for a group resignation of the advisory counsel on Human rights members for non performance.
And it went downhill, or uphill depending on one's point of view, from there.
Luckily, Mr., Herzenni, who was flanked by Morocco's ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar on one side and by Minister in Charge of Consular Affairs, Mr. Hassan Khantach, on the other side, kept a cool demeanor,and withstood all the fire lobbed in his direction and said, in essence, that nobody promised a paradise in morocco, That there are many unresolved problems, that it takes more than grandstanding to repair a dysfunctional justice and education systems, that progress is being made gradually and that there are no overnight miracles, that patience is needed.
It was rough and gritty democratic intercourse that succeeded despite the storm, thanks mostly to Mr. Herzenni's patience and experience, to the diplomatic team that organized the meeting and took some risks,to the rest of the attendees, like Mr. Sallam Chahdi, a human rights activist, who drove from Boston,to ask one question at the meeting.
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 6 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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MAC Why MAC, A Manifest Citizenship? by Mr. Mohamed Brahimi
Moroccan American Coalition Convention 2008
Denver, CO
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MAC Why MAC? MAC Why MAC, A Manifest Citizenship? by Mr. Mohamed Brahimi
Moroccan American Coalition Convention 2008
Denver, CO
for more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com
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The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC) held its Third Annual Convention in Denver, Colorado. The event brought together 18 Moroccan Associations and over 100 active community individuals in addition to the local Moroccan community members of Denver, CO. The Moroccan American Coalition event coincided with the Democrat Convention and attracted several Moroccan and American influential speakers:
Ambassador Aziz Mekouar of Morocco to the US - Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA) - Mr. Mohamed Ameur The Minister of Moroccans Living Abroad - Mr. Mohamed Laenser The General Secretary of Popular Movement in Morocco - Mr. Ahmed Herzenni President of Advisory Council on Human Rights in Morocco - Mr. Abdelaziz Omari Member of the Parliament of Morocco - Mr. Richard Cizik Vice President for Governmental Affairs (NAE).
The Third Moroccan American Coalition event gave conventioneers the opportunity to learn new development on Moroccan policies and how the Moroccan community can play a large role in the USA.
CREATION OF THE MOROCCAN AMERICAN COALITION
DENVER, COLORADO, AUGUST 22nd, 2008 - The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC), was created by the members of the provisional board, represented by several Moroccan Association and active community individuals in the USA who voted by ballot and elected the Executive Officers and Board of Directors. The Moroccan American Coalition's mission is to empower Moroccan Americans to achieve their full potential by unifying over 200,000 growing community members through a platform in which they can leverage their collective assets. 0 0
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Part of series of outreach actions, the Moroccan Ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar, recently made a trip and spoke in front of a business audience at the Irvine Chamber of Commerce
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4-investing in Morocco presentation Part of series of outreach actions, the Moroccan Ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar, recently made a trip and spoke in front of a business audience at the Irvine Chamber of Commerce in Orange County , CA.
He spoke about investment opportunities in Morocco , the advantageous conditions provided to foreign investors. He fielded questions from the audience on renewable energies in morocco, on investment in the health sector. The emergence of retirement facilities for northern Europeans in morocco elicited a great interest, followed by related questions on necessary services to western retirees that move to Morocco .
The trip was organized and coordinated by Mr. Adil Naji of Arabesque, Inc., the event was sponsored by the Irvine Chamber of Commerce, FTR International, a global contracting and engineering firm.
The media coverage was provided by Mostapha Saout of MoroccoBoard. The daily orange county newspaper, The OC Register, reported on the visit and on investments in Morocco the following day.
Part of series of outreach actions, the Moroccan Ambassador, Mr. Aziz Mekouar, recently made a trip and spoke in front of a business audience at the Irvine Chamber of Commerce in Orange County , CA.
He spoke about investment opportunities in Morocco , the advantageous conditions provided to foreign investors. He fielded questions from the audience on renewable energies in morocco, on investment in the health sector. The emergence of retirement facilities for northern Europeans in morocco elicited a great interest, followed by related questions on necessary services to western retirees that move to Morocco .
The trip was organized and coordinated by Mr. Adil Naji of Arabesque, Inc., the event was sponsored by the Irvine Chamber of Commerce, FTR International, a global contracting and engineering firm.
The media coverage was provided by Mostapha Saout of MoroccoBoard. The daily orange county newspaper, The OC Register, reported on the visit and on investments in Morocco the following day.
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 4 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 8 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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Feminist Outspoken Minister Skalli explains Moroccan Women Rights developments.
new Civil Law enacted in Morocco improved women positions within the family. a large improvement in the areas of divorce, alimony,
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women's rights in Morocco4 Feminist Outspoken Minister Skalli explains Moroccan Women Rights developments.
new Civil Law enacted in Morocco improved women positions within the family. a large improvement in the areas of divorce, alimony, education and minimum age of marriage for young women.
The situation of women in Polisario camps, guerrilla group for an independent western Sahara, are suffering greatly and the western aid is being diverted to black markets in the regions , enriching Polisario leadership at expense of civilian refugees.
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questions addressed Minister Ameur and Congressman Mcdermott by convention attendees. Questions related to various issues of concern to Moroccan American Community.
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QA1 Moroccan Community & Minister questions addressed Minister Ameur and Congressman Mcdermott by convention attendees. Questions related to various issues of concern to Moroccan American Community.
For more videos of convention , check moroccoboard tv at moroccoboard.com http://www.moroccoboard.com
The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC) held its Third Annual Convention in Denver, Colorado. The event brought together 18 Moroccan Associations and over 100 active community individuals in addition to the local Moroccan community members of Denver, CO. The Moroccan American Coalition event coincided with the Democrat Convention and attracted several Moroccan and American influential speakers: Ambassador Aziz Mekouar of Morocco to the US - Congressman Jim McDermott (D-WA) - Mr. Mohamed Ameur The Minister of Moroccans Living Abroad - Mr. Mohamed Laenser The General Secretary of Popular Movement in Morocco - Mr. Ahmed Herzenni President of Advisory Council on Human Rights in Morocco - Mr. Abdelaziz Omari Member of the Parliament of Morocco - Mr. Richard Cizik Vice President for Governmental Affairs (NAE). The Third Moroccan American Coalition event gave conventioneers the opportunity to learn new development on Moroccan policies and how the Moroccan community can play a large role in the USA. CREATION OF THE MOROCCAN AMERICAN COALITION DENVER, COLORADO, AUGUST 22nd, 2008 - The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC), was created by the members of the provisional board, represented by several Moroccan Association and active community individuals in the USA who voted by ballot and elected the Executive Officers and Board of Directors. The Moroccan American Coalition's mission is to empower Moroccan Americans to achieve their full potential by unifying over 200,000 growing community members through a platform in which they can leverage their collective assets. 0 0
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A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a
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8-Showdown W/ Pres. Moroccan Human Rights Advisory Council A routine meeting with the Moroccan Community turned into a 0 0
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall x 10 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors
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Town Hall 9 MoroccoBoard TV 's Town Hall Meeting between community members and the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC). The Town Hall meeting introduced the coalition to a larger audience, opened dialogue and doors of communication between MAC and the community. This was accomplished by providing MAC with a platform where it introduced and presented itself and its programs, and gave community members direct access to MAC for a direct conversation.
The panel was comprised of two MAC representatives; Boubker Abisorour, MAC V.P. and Hassan Samrhouni, MAC Exec Board Member and two experienced community activists Latifa ElHadri and Hamid Mernissi.
The questions received by email from the community were asked by the moderator, while the attendees had the floor open to ask their own.
Topics discussed varied from discussing MAC's vision, to ways to entice community members to join, to acquiring about clauses in the bylaws, among others.
Discussions and debates were at times heated and intense and other times light and cordial. There was also an atmosphere of openness, sincerity, and honesty in fielding questions or expressing opinions through commentaries.
It brings us great pleasure to share with you the taping of this Town Hall meeting and we do welcome any and all your commentaries.
The Program is now showing at Morocco Board
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The CORCAS delegation, on a visit to Washington, met with the Moroccan American community on Wednesday, September 27, 2006. The delegation was headed by its president Khalihenna Ould Errachid and
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Western sahara Authonomy plan - corcas questions The CORCAS delegation, on a visit to Washington, met with the Moroccan American community on Wednesday, September 27, 2006. The delegation was headed by its president Khalihenna Ould Errachid and its secretary general Maoulainin Oul Khalihenna.
Mr. Ould Errachid delivered an address in which he introduced the mission of the council and answered questions from the audience. He stressed that his council represents a new Morocco, which is committed to human rights, reconciliation and representation of its citizen. It was in the very same spirits that the Council was set up by his Morocco's King Mohammed VI as an initiative to pursue a just, all-inclusive, conciliatory solution to the what seemed before as an intractable Sahara problem.
Mr. Ould Errachid delivered his message to the Moroccan community and encouraged them to take part in the effort to guarantee the territorial integrity of the homeland. He urged Moroccan-Americans to approach their representatives in Congress and inform them of the Saharaouis's right to be part of their country, Morocco.
Also present, were several Moroccan diplomats as well as The Friends of Morocco organization, an organization of returned Peace Corps Volunteers, with experience in Moroccan affairs and an interest in promoting US-Morocco ties.
The Moroccan American Community presented Mr. Ould Errachid with an appreciation award for the work that CORCAS does for the welfare and the future of Morocco. 0 0
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The CORCAS delegation, on a visit to Washington, met with the Moroccan American community on Wednesday, September 27, 2006. The delegation was headed by its president Khalihenna Ould Errachid and
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western sahara authonomy plan by Morocco The CORCAS delegation, on a visit to Washington, met with the Moroccan American community on Wednesday, September 27, 2006. The delegation was headed by its president Khalihenna Ould Errachid and its secretary general Maoulainin Oul Khalihenna.
Mr. Ould Errachid delivered an address in which he introduced the mission of the council and answered questions from the audience. He stressed that his council represents a new Morocco, which is committed to human rights, reconciliation and representation of its citizen. It was in the very same spirits that the Council was set up by his Morocco's King Mohammed VI as an initiative to pursue a just, all-inclusive, conciliatory solution to the what seemed before as an intractable Sahara problem.
Mr. Ould Errachid delivered his message to the Moroccan community and encouraged them to take part in the effort to guarantee the territorial integrity of the homeland. He urged Moroccan-Americans to approach their representatives in Congress and inform them of the Saharaouis's right to be part of their country, Morocco.
Also present, were several Moroccan diplomats as well as The Friends of Morocco organization, an organization of returned Peace Corps Volunteers, with experience in Moroccan affairs and an interest in promoting US-Morocco ties.
The Moroccan American Community presented Mr. Ould Errachid with an appreciation award for the work that CORCAS does for the welfare and the future of Morocco. 0 0
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