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Part of the Arabesque Festival at the Kennedy Center, B'net Houariyat, who are five women from the region of Marrakech in Morocco, who sing and dance to the rhythm of
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B'net Houariyat at the Kennedy Center Part of the Arabesque Festival at the Kennedy Center, B'net Houariyat, who are five women from the region of Marrakech in Morocco, who sing and dance to the rhythm of their drums, performing traditional music of Houara, of the Hammada, together with Berber dances and styles like the Aita and the Chaabi, performed recently at The millennium Stage to a raving audience.
B'net Houariyat have been invited to perform at numerous international festivals and in leading concert halls around the world.
B'net Houariyat are Ms. Zahi-a Bani, Ms. Khadija Haliba , Ms. Malika Rahmi, Ms. Saida Madrani, and Ms. Halima Zeiter.
B'net Houariyat have released the following recordings: Poèmes dAmour des Femmes du Sud Marocain (1994); Voix des femmes de Marrakech (1997); and, Voices of Marrakech (1997). B'net Houariyat also recorded with Peter Gabriel on Gabriel's Up (2002).
The performance, as you can see in the video, was energizing and hypnotic. It left the audience craving for more of Bnet Houariyat magic.
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Frenzied celebration broke out throughout the country, following the historic win by Barak Obama, the first African American President of the country.
in one swoop, America became the country where
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Moroccan Community celebrates Obama win along with America Frenzied celebration broke out throughout the country, following the historic win by Barak Obama, the first African American President of the country.
in one swoop, America became the country where everything is possible, an example to the world and it made possible a chance to repair the damage done by President Bush two terms in office.
Barak Obama and the wave of victorious democrats candidates that won will try to revise, correct or repeal some of the most egregious laws that have been passed under the Bush Administration and Republican Congress, such as Patriot Act and others.
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The 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 The 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.
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Children with a personal connection to Morocco (children with Moroccan parents or grandparents, children who have visited or lived in Morocco ...etc) were invited to submit artwork on the theme
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My Morocco: Children ART Contest Children with a personal connection to Morocco (children with Moroccan parents or grandparents, children who have visited or lived in Morocco ...etc) were invited to submit artwork on the theme "My Morocco". The Kids, ages 4 and 12, drew upon their personal experiences living in and visiting Morocco, or family stories or traditions that illustrated what Morocco means to them.
The masterpieces were on display for the two judges, Mr. Hamid Kachmar, a Moroccan Artist teaching at Howard University and Ms. Mimi Wolford, of the Smithsonian Institute, who had the difficult task of choosing the top four winners.
The 1st prize went to Mouna Baghera for her painting called "my grandma's neighborhood", the second prize was claimed by fares Assaadi for his collage called "Agadir", his father's bithplace., the third prize went to Sophia Kaddouri and the forth winner was Tito Khantach for his work named "argan tree"" 0 0
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Ten Moroccan girls and their two female coaches participated in a Sports Visitors program for the office of SportUnited, a program organized by US Dept of States Bureau of Educational
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Moroccan Female Teen Soccer Players: Soccer Playing and Life Skills Ten Moroccan girls and their two female coaches participated in a Sports Visitors program for the office of SportUnited, a program organized by US Dept of States Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
The group spent twelve days in the U.S. improving their soccer skills, learning to be leaders, and meeting with their American contemporaries.
Their fast paced program included five soccer clinics organized by U.S. Mens National Team coach Jay Miller and Washington Freedoms Clive Watson. Jay Miller and former Womens National Team Member, Lorrie Fair, served as Sports Envoys to Morocco last spring. Mr. Miller jumped at the chance to continue to work with the Moroccan girls.
Another highlight for the group was the opportunity to meet and speak with girls their own age. From practicing with the D.C. Stoddert U-15 travel team and Arlington U-15 recreation team to meeting with a group of 15 and 16 year old International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma female students at Banneker. The group was engaged in a variety of lively discussions. Many of the young Moroccan girls were stunned by the diversity of the people they met and pleased to see Muslims accepted everywhere as equals.
Beyond the soccer clinics and meetings, the group had a range of cultural experiences that included visiting Mt. Vernon, touring the U.S. Capitol and the Mall as well as going to see the National Aquarium Baltimore. The group also attended a World Cup qualifier between the U.S. Mens National Team and Cuba as well as a match between the University of Maryland and University of Virginia Womens teams.
Coach Halima Berrad remarked the values that Americans cherish are the same ones that my religion teaches.
A reception and a fundraiser was hosted by the Washington Moroccan Club. Community members welcomed the Moroccan Soccer teens and presented them with a lot of encouragements and small gifts.
The Soccer Girls are:
• Khadija Rajimi
• Hasnaa Al Bouguedraoui
• Safae Ech-Chiri
• Meryeme Bouchaya
• Loubna Hakam
• Naoual Zerouali
• Nadia Babekri
• Hajar Babour
• Khadija Ed Dahbi
• Wijdane Erradouani
The Coaches:
• Fatima Aouam
• Halima Berrad
Thanks to those that made this event possible
• Hosts: The Saout Family
• The Washington Moroccan Club
• The Moroccan America Center
• Mary V. Jeffers
Counselor for Press and Cultural Affairs / American Embassy
• Mitchell Cohn
Cultural Affairs Officer / American Embassy
• Ms. Beverly Attalah
Director of Center for International Exchanges
Special Thanks to
Ms. Touria bernoussi
Dr. Nouredine Gawgaw
Mr. Adbessamad hairy
Ms. Aicha Afifi
Ms. Fatima Zahra Kurtz
Ms. Fatima Zahra Maliki & Association Injaz
Ms. Faiza Mehdi
Mr. Amal Abdelkader
Mr. Nacir Assaadi
Mr. Mohamed Benjelloun
Ms. Fatima Ezzahra Rachidi
Mr. & Mrs. M. Said El Ouafi
Mr. Abdellah Benkirane
Ms. Aicha Bensaid
Mr. Mohamed Belkhyat & Mrs. Jackie McCarthy
Mr. Khalid Lhaggazi
Ms. Ellen Hunt
Mr. Rehan & Mrs. Fouzia Dawer
Mr. Hicham Belmamoun
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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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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 Morocco6 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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Internationally renowned Moroccan Diva Karima Skalli and the 50 piece Mesto orchestra performed at the Detroit Max Fisher Music center for the Arab American National Museum 6th annual Gala. for
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Moroccan Diva Karima Skalli permos in concert in Detroit, Michigan Internationally renowned Moroccan Diva Karima Skalli and the 50 piece Mesto orchestra performed at the Detroit Max Fisher Music center for the Arab American National Museum 6th annual Gala.
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Ms. Skali, a native of fes, gave a stellar performance of mostly classical Arabic music titles from artists such as smahan, farid al attrach, oum khaltoum, fairouz and others.
The MESTO: Multi-Ethnic Star Orchestra is made up of seasoned American professional musicians with diverse ethnic backgrounds conducted by maestro Nabil Salim Azzam, a talented conductor, composer and a versatile violonist and virtuoso oud instrumentalist.
Mr. Azzam has founded MESTO in 2001 to facilitate cultural tolerance and understanding between East and West through Music.
MoroccoBoard TV crew was on hand to record this special performance by a Moroccan Artist.
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Road Movie / Documentary of trip to California for an outreach mission to both the business community and Moroccan American Community. The Moroccan Ambassador spoke in front of a business
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Morocco In California Road Movie / Documentary of trip to California for an outreach mission to both the business community and Moroccan American Community.
The Moroccan Ambassador 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 chamber of commerce event was sponsored by FTR International, a global contracting and engineering firm. The media coverage was provided by M. Saout of MoroccoBoard.
A dinner at the exclusive shady canyon country club was held the following evening, the Mayor of the city of Irvine, Beth Krom, came to greet the ambassador and spoke of a desire to develop economic relations with Morocco. She was invited along with a business delegation from Orange County to come and visit Morocco and prospect for new opportunities. She was given a Moroccan crafted tea pot as a symbolic gift.
The following day, the team drove north on interstate 5 to Los Angeles, CA, where 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
The trip ended with a visit to the film set at universal studios in Hollywood to watch a shoot of the popular CSI television series. The delegation was invited by the show producer and a friend of Morocco, Mr. Naren Shankar. The star of the TV show, Mr. William Petersen, greeted the Moroccan delegation and expressed his desire to visit Morocco with his wife. He was promptly invited to come and discover the cinematic potential available in the South of Morocco.
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tow 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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TV Promo Spot -Moroccan American Town Hall Meeting TV tow 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 0 0
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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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Following Aicha Chenna's win of the Opus Prize this year. The Washington Moroccan Club, which in the midst of preparation for its upcoming 20th Anniversary festival, has organized a community
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Moroccan American Community celebrates Social Activist Aicha Chenna Following Aicha Chenna's win of the Opus Prize this year. The Washington Moroccan Club, which in the midst of preparation for its upcoming 20th Anniversary festival, has organized a community event that hosted, thanked and celebrated Ms Ech Chenna's lifetime work and her recent recognition by the Opus Prize jury. Ms. Chenna encouraged the community to organize and become more active in support of the needy in Morocco. She said " why would not we add another "million dollar" contribution from the community to help various social actions".
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Ms Chenna said Moroccans can be very generous when they are confortable that their charity wil be put to good use. She also asked the audience for more patience because the mentalities are slow to change. " I was taken to court in th eighties by the Islamists because they accused me of "encouraging debauchery" by helping single mothers, Now many of them support our actions and understand our aims"
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Moroccan Vocalist Karima Skalli who performs both Classical Arabic titles such as esmahan, farid al attrach, oum khaltoum, fairouz and others and Moroccan Andalusian songs has been performing in the
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Moroccan Vocalist, Karima Skalli, American Musicians and Cultural Exchange Moroccan Vocalist Karima Skalli who performs both Classical Arabic titles such as esmahan, farid al attrach, oum khaltoum, fairouz and others and Moroccan Andalusian songs has been performing in the US with the Multicultural Mesto. Orchestra.
The orchestra is comprised of American professional musicians with diverse ethnic backgrounds who are able to perform Arabic and other Middle Eastern Music thanks to compositions by maestro Nabil Azzam who has made it possible for musicians who have not grown up with the music to be able to perform the music in such a high level.
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The 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- Q&A - 6 The 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.
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After three years preparation and a ten million dollars budge, the Kennedy center for the performing Arts, kicked started its Arabesque Festival; Arts of the Arab World. The opening was
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Moroccan Arts at The Arabesque Festival at the Kennedy Center After three years preparation and a ten million dollars budge, the Kennedy center for the performing Arts, kicked started its Arabesque Festival; Arts of the Arab World. The opening was a grandiose and a colorful affair. Many memebers of the Moroccan American Community were present in force.
The Kennedy center went out of its way to include the Moroccan American community, as well as other communities from the 22 countries featured in the festival, by including the Washington Moroccan Club, friends of Morocco among other community organizations that were active in helping to make the festival a success. MoroccoBoard was on hand to cover the events.
The opening show included a 120-member children's choir from Syria, Bachir Attar & the Master Musicians of Jajouka from Morocco, Qatar symphony orchestra and Marcel Khalifé and Al Mayadine Ensemble.
Morocco contribution to the festival comprises the following performers:
Khalid Benghrib Dance Co. (Morocco), Chabab Al Andalous Rabat Orchestra with Mohammed Bajeddoub and Bahae Ronda, Bachir Attar & the Master Musicians of Jajouka (Morocco), Bnet Houariyat , and hip hop band the Hoba Hoba Spirit .
in the following three weeks, we will have more Morocco related events that what we would have, normally, in a single year said Tim Rush, president of friends-of-Morocco who was attending the event in his Moroccan gandoura and a black Bow Tie. 0 0
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Washington Athletic Club (WAC) won Washington International Soccer League's
(WISL) Terrill cup for the second time with a decisive 4 - 0 win. WAC's supporters who managed to attend were
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Wydad of Washington - WAC - Therill Cup Champions Washington Athletic Club (WAC) won Washington International Soccer League's
(WISL) Terrill cup for the second time with a decisive 4 - 0 win. WAC's supporters who managed to attend were indeed entertainment. The game overall was exciting and fun. First-half was even with very few chances
created by both teams. The first half ended in a 0-0 draw. The second-half, however,was a complete different story; a halftime talk of the
coaching staff with the players saw them morph into a more energized and
organized side.
During that half and with the continuous fans' support and chants, WAC began
to slowly take control of the match. The game could have ended with WAC
scoring more than four goals considering WAC's performance.
Left winger Said Hilali scored three of the four goals earning him the MVP
honors, and Ali Hidara scored one.
The goals were high quality most notably Hilali's second goal which was a
pure show of skills: Charging with the ball from the left side, Hilali
dribbles two defenders to find himself face to face with the goalkeeper.
With the impression that he is about to kick the ball into the net, he
abruptly switched direction with the ball on his feet after the keeper had
already committed to one side, causing two chasing defenders to collide with
the goalie.
Hilali found himself alone before a wide open empty net. A gentle and a
cool kick saw the ball caressing the back of the net. Such goals shatter
defenses' confidence and that was the case in this instance for the opposing
team.
As for the other WAC players, there performance was solid and they
entertained the crowd. Their display of skill and talent was through making
nice crosses, covering each other and working as a team on defense, and
providing a Petit Pont for fan's amusement. Goalkeeper, Oussama Moukram,
was solid as usual.
Fans in turn provided entertainment themselves through occasionally teasing
their own team and making the players laugh, something that helped the
latter relax and have a good time on the pitch.
After the final whistle blow, teams shook hands and congratulations in a
show of good sportsmanship. League's commissioner then presented WAC with
the trophy declaring them Champions. Players, coaching staff, and fans
alike congratulated each other. Souvenirs were taken in form of pictures
and video.
It was heart-warming to see new friendships forged, old ones rekindled, and
people who have never met share joy and sense of pride and unity. As
community members they were together and on the same page even if only for
two hours. The entire experience was very positive and pleasant accentuating
the power of a pleasure as simple as WAC.
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'What is Expected of Moroccan Americans"e; Mr. Omari is member of parliament , he represents a district of Casablanca. He is with the Party of Justice and development.
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PJD 1 Rep. Mr. Omari Speech at MAC 'What is Expected of Moroccan Americans" Mr. Omari is member of parliament , he represents a district of Casablanca. He is with the Party of Justice and development.
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The Justice and Development Party (Arabic: حزب العدالة والتنمية) (French: Parti de la Justice et du Développement, abbreviated to PJD) is the largest opposition political party in Morocco. The PJD promotes Islamism and Islamic democracy.
History
The party was founded by Dr. Abdelkrim Al Khatib an old politician known for his close ties with the Monarchy, under the name of MPDC (French: Mouvement populaire démocratique et constitutionnel). The party was an empty shell for many years, until various members of a clandestine association Chabiba islamia, who later formed the MUR (French: Mouvement unité et réforme) joined the party, with the authorisation and encouragement of former interior minister Driss Basri. It later changed its name to current PJD in 1998, reminiscent of the better known Turkish Justice and Development Party (Adalet ve Kalkınma Partisi, AKP) which was founded three years later in 2001, however. It should be noted that the Moroccan PJD is less liberal and modern than the Turkish AKP, although a very slow modernisation process is going on.
Parliamentary representation
In the parliamentary election, held on 27 September 2002, the party won 42 out of 325 seats, winning most of the districts where it was allowed to compete. Its secretary-general since 2004 is Saadeddine Othmani, deputy of Inezgane, an outer suburb of Agadir. In the parliamentary election held on 7 September 2007, the PJD won 46 out of 325 seats, behind the Istiqlal Party, which won 52. This was contrary to expectations that the PJD would win the most seats.[1]
Ideology
The party had a tradition of publishing violent diatribes in the newspaper of the MUR (Attajdid), focusing its criticism on the Westernisation of Moroccan society (for example manners, women, clothing, social conduct), but not on the monarchy per se, as this is still a taboo subject in Morocco. However, since the 2003 Casablanca bombings it has considerably softened its criticism, and has adopted a lower profile and a more pragmatic attitude. The party's political and social program is considered by some to be vague, especially in its attitude towards civil liberties. 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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11 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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After a tense session, the Moroccan American Coalition elects its president and executive board, a culmination of three years of preparation efforts.
The Moroccan American Coalition (MAC) held its Third
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1 Moroccans Elect Community Prez. After a tense session, the Moroccan American Coalition elects its president and executive board, a culmination of three years of preparation efforts.
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.
The Moroccan American Coalition Executive Board:
Mr. Driss R. Temsamani, President
Mr. Boubker Abisourour, Vice President
Mr. Abderrahmane Bendahmane, Vice President
Mr. Mohamed Brahimi, Vice President
Mr. Younes Belaiter, General Secretary
Mr. Hassan Samrhouni, Treasurer
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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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4-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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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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A fundraising at Morocco's ambassador's official residence fo Mr. salman Belayachi who is preparing a walk of a thousand miles, starting from Laayoun ending his walk in Tangier. Mr. Belayachi
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Journey of a 1000 Miles - Walking From Laayoun to Tangier A fundraising at Morocco's ambassador's official residence fo Mr. salman Belayachi who is preparing a walk of a thousand miles, starting from Laayoun ending his walk in Tangier. Mr. Belayachi said that the purpose of the walk is to engage directly the citizens along his path and stressing the values of citizenship, active participation in the process of development, discarding negative feelings, regaining hope and taking responsability for one's faith.
The fundraiser was heavily attended and donations were above what was expected by Mr Belayachi and his " Le citoyen Marocain" team that converged on the nation's capital from New York, Texas, Florida, Maryland and other states. Members of several associationssuch as the Moroccan American Coalition (MAC), Washington Moroccan Club(WMC), SOS Morocco, the Moroccan Society of Houston(MSH), Friends of Morocco worked hard to make the event successful.
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Four Moroccan American Citizens and MoroccoBoard TV, applying grassroots activism 101. Drove one hour away to attend the debate between their local Pro-Polisario congressman Frank Wolf (R)
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petition for Pro Polisario Congressman Tom Wolf by Moroccan Americans Four Moroccan American Citizens and MoroccoBoard TV, applying grassroots activism 101. Drove one hour away to attend the debate between their local Pro-Polisario congressman Frank Wolf (R)
, from Virginia's 10thCongressional District, and his democratic challenger Judy Feder.The event was covered by a variety of media outlets, including BBC News, and attended by about five dozen people,including members of the Washington Moroccan Club, part of the approximately 5,000 Moroccans who live in the 10th District.
The Moroccan American group has had a short discussion with congressman Wolf and his Democratic challenger Ms. Judy Feder.
Mr. Benjelloun, a long time resident of the 10th district who is active in local republican circles gave a letter to congressman Wolf explaining the size of the local Moroccan American community in the district and the issues it cares about.
At the door a pair of democratic activists ambushed the congressman and peppered him with questions. Congressman wolf refused to answer and left in a hurry. 0 0
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WASHINGTON— President-elect Barack Obamas aides say he is considering making a major foreign policy speech from an Islamic capital during his first 100 days in office. Here is why It
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obama to speak in morocco WASHINGTON— President-elect Barack Obamas aides say he is considering making a major foreign policy speech from an Islamic capital during his first 100 days in office.
Here is why It should be Morocco
What do you call an Arab, Muslim and African country which was the first to recognize the United States independence?
Kingdom of Morocco
What do you call a moderate, tolerating, peaceful country which is the strongest ally to the United States in the region?
Kingdom Of Morocco.
What do you call Obama's first speech in Morocco after his inauguration?
A historical moment.
The Moroccan Community is one of the fastest growing communities in the USA, Moroccan Americans Democrats, republicans and independents are inviting President Elect Obama to Make Morocco the home for his first foreign policy speech abroad.
Morocco is the ideal country to launch a message of peace to the Muslim world.
A peace loving country with a respected voice in the region, Morocco is a long time friend of the United States and would be proud to host President Elect Barack Obama in this historical event.
Morocco is well positioned to hold this great event . Besides the long standing ties and good relations Morocco has with the US for over 200 years, there are many other factors that would lead the new elected Leader, Mr. Barack Obama to give a speech in Morocco .
Morocco enjoys political stability, a stability that is continuously strengthened as Morocco builds a modern democracy in the spirit of freedom, openness and tolerance.
Morocco is also well positioned as a Western ally in the global war on terror.
Morocco offers a rich and widely diversified potential as it is strategically located on both the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, within 7 miles from Europe and serves as a gateway to both Africa and the Arab world.
The diversity of Amazigh , Arabs, Christians and Jews, who have lived side by side for centuries, as well as its close ties to Europe, has made Morocco a different country than many of its neighbors.
Mr. President elect Obama, please accept our invitation. Not only do we support your vision for change, but we are ready to help you make it happen. Let this speech in Morocco be the start of a new day for America's relation with the Muslim World 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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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 5- 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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During the 4th Annual Moroccan American Coalition Convention that took place in October 10th and 11th in Washington, Mr. Amine El Farissi,
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Interview: Royal Air Maroc Confirms Direct Flight from Washington During the 4th Annual Moroccan American Coalition Convention that took place in October 10th and 11th in Washington, Mr. Amine El Farissi,
the U.S. General Manager of the Moroccan Flag Carrier Royal Air Maroc, confirmed the eminent start of a second direct flight between the US and Morocco.
In an Interview with MoroccoBoard TV, he tackled several issues including the airline's customers service shortcomings along with other hot issues.
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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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Washington / Morocco Board News-- MoroccoBoard TV Has recently covered a major conference on Morocco in Washington that was organized by The Project on Middle East Democracy (POMED). The MBTV
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Morocco: Prospects for Genuine Reform? 3 Washington / Morocco Board News-- MoroccoBoard TV Has recently covered a major conference on Morocco in Washington that was organized by The Project on Middle East Democracy (POMED). The MBTV coverage followed up with interviews with conference participants...
Overshadowed by the dramatic political transitions underway in Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya, political events in Morocco -
including parliamentary elections have received very little attention in Western media. This belies the fact that the Moroccan political arena has been quite active in recent months. In July, Moroccans approved in a referendum constitutional reforms put forward by King Mohammed VI in an effort to respond to demands of protesters. Nonetheless, the youth-led February 20 Movement views these efforts as insufficient, calling for a boycott of the upcoming elections and resuming weekly protests to revive popular demand for further reform.
This conference has examined the Moroccan political landscape, including expectations for the upcoming parliamentary elections. Who are the main parties competing, and who is likely to perform well? What political forces are supporting the calls for boycott, and how might this affect results and the voter turnout? How are these elections likely to impact the opportunities for substantive political reform including shifts in the balance of power between elected institutions and the monarchy? And what steps can the U.S. and other international actors take to encourage meaningful reform in Morocco rather than merely superficial changes?
Three speakers have participated and and spoken about the current situation in Morocco.
Ahmed Benchemsi: Visiting scholar at Stanford University's Program on Arab Reform and Democracy at the Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law
Anouar Boukhars: Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Studies, McDaniel College
Marina Ottaway: Senior Associate, Middle East Program, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
And the Moderator: Charles Dunne: Director for Middle East and North Africa Programs, Freedom House
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Mr. Mohamed Laenser The General Secretary of "e;Mouvement Populaire"e; in Morocco speech at Moroccan American Coalition Convention.On political situation in Morocco ( Moroccan Arabic)
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1 Minister Laensar at MAC Convention Mr. Mohamed Laenser The General Secretary of "Mouvement Populaire" in Morocco speech at Moroccan American Coalition Convention.On political situation in Morocco ( Moroccan Arabic)
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Pro-monarchy, overwhelmingly Berber political party in Morocco.
The Mouvement Populaire (MP) was organized in 1956 - 1957 in the Rif. Its supporters were Berber notables and tribesmen, some of whom belonged to the Army of Liberation, and small landholders. It was founded to oppose the political domination of newly independent Morocco by the Istiqlal Party and to serve as a mechanism for Berber political participation in cooperation with the monarchy. At the same time, the MP sought to avoid being cast as a purely Berber party, and so became the voice of the rural masses neglected by the Istiqlal. Its founders were Abdelkarim Khatib, a former head of the Arab Liberation Army (and ethnically an Arab), and Majoub Ahardane, the governor of Rabat province. The Istiqlal-dominated government arrested its leaders in April 1958 and blocked its legalization. The MP was finally registered as a legal political party in February 1959.
The relationship between the monarchy and the MP was strengthened during the early 1960s, following the ascension to power of Hassan II and the split in the Istiqlal. In 1962 - 1963, the MP was the only organized group within the monarchist coalition, which ran in the 1963 elections under the banner of the Front pour la Défense des Institutions Constitutionelles (FDIC). It thus was able to take advantage of the boycott of the 1963 elections by Istiqlal and the Union Nationale des Forces Populaires (UNFP) and to fill many of the positions in provincial assemblies, chambers of commerce, and communal councils. Its base of economic and political power was strengthened by the regime's policy of Moroccanizing large tracts of land that had been controlled by the French administration and settlers.
In 1965 the defection from the ruling coalition of a single MP member deprived the government of its majority, sparking a constitutional crisis that led to King Hassan's assumption of emergency powers. In 1967 the MP split over personality differences between Ahardane and Khatib; the latter's breakaway faction took the name Mouvement Populaire Démocratique et Constitutionelle (MPDC), which in the 1990s served as the legal basis for a primarily Islamist party sanctioned by the authorities. Ahardane was expelled from the MP in 1985 for "authoritarian practices," and the party was taken over by Mohand Laenser. In July 1991 Ahardane co-founded the rival Mouvement National Populaire (MNP). In the 1993 parliamentary elections the MP, competing as part of the loyalist Entente/Wifaq bloc, won a total of fifty-one seats, a gain of four from the 1984 elections, and in the government reshuffle of January 1995, it attained three cabinet seats. In the 1997 elections the MP dropped to forty seats and was left out of the new, left-of-center government. In the 2002 elections there was a further drop, with the party winning twenty-seven seats. Still, the party did attain three cabinet posts in the newly formed government, with party head Laenser receiving the agriculture and rural development portfolio. How the MP and other Berber-based parties would be affected by the emergence of a more assertive Berber culture movement r
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. 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 - 3 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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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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The 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 -Q&A - 4 The 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.
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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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3-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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Moroccan American Community Town Hall Meeting in Washington, DC. Program Produced by MoroccoBoard TV, Hosted by M. Saout, Recorded at White.House.Video.Studios
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Part 1 - 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
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During Obama's Inauguration, Donald "e;Don"e; King, who is a legendary boxing promoter, particularly known for his hairstyle and flamboyant personality, whose career has been highlighted by promoting "e;The Rumble in
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Boxing Promoter Don King Endorses Obama To Speak In Morocco During Obama's Inauguration, Donald "Don" King, who is a legendary boxing promoter, particularly known for his hairstyle and flamboyant personality, whose career has been highlighted by promoting "The Rumble in the Jungle," the "Thrilla in Manila," and the ascent and fall of Mike Tyson, he also promoted some of the most prominent names in boxing, including Muhammad Ali, George Foreman and Evander Holyfield, has come forward and endorsed the campaign of Obama To Speak In Morocco, on the steps Capitol Hills, only a few feet from where president Obama was sworn, a short time ago.
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At an event in Washington, Mr. Hisham Melhem, the Washington bureau chief for al-Arabiya TV, who scored the first television interview granted by President Barack Obama, Spoke to MoroccoBoard TV
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Journalist Who interviewed President Obama Speaks on Morocco as a Venue for Speech At an event in Washington, Mr. Hisham Melhem, the Washington bureau chief for al-Arabiya TV, who scored the first television interview granted by President Barack Obama, Spoke to MoroccoBoard TV about what that interview means for future changes in the relations between America and the Arab/Muslim world.
Mr. Melhem said that he felt that the gesture amounted to an unprecedented reach-out to the Muslim world by a U.S. President.
He said that Obama spoke about his own Islamic connections, that some of his family members are Muslim and that he had lived in the largest Muslim country, Indonesia. Mr Melhim also spoke about Morocco as a possible venue for the upcoming Obama Speech in a Muslim Country.
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Part of wave of celebration for Pres. Barack Obama's inauguration, the Arab American Institute (AAI) organized a dinner/ show/ ball that was partly sponsored by the Moroccan American Center and
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Moroccans / Arab Americans Celebrate Obama's Inauguration-- Part of wave of celebration for Pres. Barack Obama's inauguration, the Arab American Institute (AAI) organized a dinner/ show/ ball that was partly sponsored by the Moroccan American Center and drew a capacity crowd from around the country. Various celebrities attended, including a brief appearance by Queen Noor of Jordan who told the audience that Obama's inauguration brought "a new hope and possibility of renewal and activism." She said she believes Obama would work to find "long-term solutions to problems not only in this country" but also in the Mideast, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
the Moroccan American community members were present in force and were busy networking and talking up the idea of president Barack Obama speaking in Morocco. Of those that were pitched was Antony Lake, an Prez. Obama foreign policy adviser, who sounded positive about Morocco as a speech host.
"Moroccan Americans are one of the most dynamic group within our community, they have come a long way in such a short time, it is a success story" said president of AAI, Dr. James J. Zogby.
William Corcoran, president of the American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA), had Gaza on the forefront of his mind. He described the devastation in Gaza, announced that his staff and offices were unharmed, and were beginning to distribute food and medicine to Gaza's residents and other emergency aid to war victims and asked everyone present to be active in this relief mission.
Reporters and Television crews were set-up near the Fairmont Hotel ballroom where Producers pulled over passersby for comment on U.S. foreign policy. the newly appointed Transportation Secretary ray lahood gave a brief speech. The highlight of the evening was the standup comedy show performed by two of The axis of Evil Comedy Show" nationally known veterans Dean Obeidallah and Aron Kader whose show brought down the house with laughter.
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Boubker abisorour and Ibn Khaldoun Academy at Moroccan Coalition Convention in Denver , Colorado 2008
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Ibn Khaldoun Academy Boubker abisorour and Ibn Khaldoun Academy at Moroccan Coalition Convention in Denver , Colorado 2008
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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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in an effort to enhance mutual understanding between the USA and the North Africa and Middle East through music , Mena Music produced the Andalusian Music Festival 2009 at Merkin
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Andalusian Music Festival 2009 in an effort to enhance mutual understanding between the USA and the North Africa and Middle East through music , Mena Music produced the Andalusian Music Festival 2009 at Merkin Concert Hall in New York City , Jordan Hall in Boston, Music Center at Strathmore in Washington, DC and Rialto Center for the Arts in Atlanta. The Featured artists, this year , include Orchestra of Tangier (led by the legendary master Ahmed Zaitouni), Ahmed Merbouh (the most promising emerging vocalist of Morocco) and Lotfi Bouchnak (the leading Andalusian musician of Tunisia).
Video of performance at Strathmore Hall in Maryland.
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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.
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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 (1) 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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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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12-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. Visit http://www.moroccoboard.com Photos http://www.moroccoboard.com/album/herz 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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10-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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Washington / Morocco Board News-- MoroccoBoard TV Has recently covered a major conference on Morocco in Washington that was organized by The Project on Middle East Democracy (POMED). The MBTV
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Morocco: Prospects for Genuine Reform? 2 Washington / Morocco Board News-- MoroccoBoard TV Has recently covered a major conference on Morocco in Washington that was organized by The Project on Middle East Democracy (POMED). The MBTV coverage followed up with interviews with conference participants...
Overshadowed by the dramatic political transitions underway in Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya, political events in Morocco -
including parliamentary elections have received very little attention in Western media. This belies the fact that the Moroccan political arena has been quite active in recent months. In July, Moroccans approved in a referendum constitutional reforms put forward by King Mohammed VI in an effort to respond to demands of protesters. Nonetheless, the youth-led February 20 Movement views these efforts as insufficient, calling for a boycott of the upcoming elections and resuming weekly protests to revive popular demand for further reform.
This conference has examined the Moroccan political landscape, including expectations for the upcoming parliamentary elections. Who are the main parties competing, and who is likely to perform well? What political forces are supporting the calls for boycott, and how might this affect results and the voter turnout? How are these elections likely to impact the opportunities for substantive political reform including shifts in the balance of power between elected institutions and the monarchy? And what steps can the U.S. and other international actors take to encourage meaningful reform in Morocco rather than merely superficial changes?
Three speakers have participated and and spoken about the current situation in Morocco.
Ahmed Benchemsi: Visiting scholar at Stanford University's Program on Arab Reform and Democracy at the Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law
Anouar Boukhars: Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Studies, McDaniel College
Marina Ottaway: Senior Associate, Middle East Program, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
And the Moderator: Charles Dunne: Director for Middle East and North Africa Programs, Freedom House
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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 (6) 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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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.
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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
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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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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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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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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.
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members of the community gathered at the behest of the "e;Moroccan-Americans of the Greater Washington Area"e; (MAGWA) volunteers. The members formed 3 groups to work in a workshop fashion for
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Morocco's Ambassador on Changes occurring in Morocco members of the community gathered at the behest of the "Moroccan-Americans of the Greater Washington Area" (MAGWA) volunteers. The members formed 3 groups to work in a workshop fashion for the purpose of brainstorming and collecting ideas. The groups interacted in an inclusive, productive environment, and culminated their efforts with a number of recommendations that we, as volunteers, have summarized to the best of our abilities. They generally fall within five categories:
• Networking and organizing tools
• Activities and events
• Funding and resources
• Community's expectations from the authorities
• Moroccan territorial integrity
A- Networking and organizing tools:
The members recommend the following:
1. The creation of a website for the group. Names suggested include: - Moroccans in North America, MINA.org - Moroccan American Network:, MAN.org - Moroccan American Network Database, MANDB.org - WMUSA or WMORA, WeMoroccans-USA.org or WeMoroccans.org
2. The adoption of a theme - suggestion: Unity, Tolerance, Identity, Synergy.
3. The creation of a Board of Directors and Committees
4. The Establishment of a fee based membership
5. The efficient advertisement of events and activities 0 0
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members of the community gathered at the behest of the "e;Moroccan-Americans of the Greater Washington Area"e; (MAGWA) volunteers. The members formed 3 groups to work in a workshop fashion for
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Workshop On Moroccan American Community Organizing members of the community gathered at the behest of the "Moroccan-Americans of the Greater Washington Area" (MAGWA) volunteers. The members formed 3 groups to work in a workshop fashion for the purpose of brainstorming and collecting ideas. The groups interacted in an inclusive, productive environment, and culminated their efforts with a number of recommendations that we, as volunteers, have summarized to the best of our abilities. They generally fall within five categories:
• Networking and organizing tools
• Activities and events
• Funding and resources
• Community's expectations from the authorities
• Moroccan territorial integrity
A- Networking and organizing tools:
The members recommend the following:
1. The creation of a website for the group. Names suggested include: - Moroccans in North America, MINA.org - Moroccan American Network:, MAN.org - Moroccan American Network Database, MANDB.org - WMUSA or WMORA, WeMoroccans-USA.org or WeMoroccans.org
2. The adoption of a theme - suggestion: Unity, Tolerance, Identity, Synergy.
3. The creation of a Board of Directors and Committees
4. The Establishment of a fee based membership
5. The efficient advertisement of events and activities 0 0
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members of the community gathered at the behest of the "e;Moroccan-Americans of the Greater Washington Area"e; (MAGWA) volunteers. The members formed 3 groups to work in a workshop fashion for
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Mr Lehjouji Speaks On Organizing The Moroccan American community members of the community gathered at the behest of the "Moroccan-Americans of the Greater Washington Area" (MAGWA) volunteers. The members formed 3 groups to work in a workshop fashion for the purpose of brainstorming and collecting ideas. The groups interacted in an inclusive, productive environment, and culminated their efforts with a number of recommendations that we, as volunteers, have summarized to the best of our abilities. They generally fall within five categories:
• Networking and organizing tools
• Activities and events
• Funding and resources
• Community's expectations from the authorities
• Moroccan territorial integrity
A- Networking and organizing tools:
The members recommend the following:
1. The creation of a website for the group. Names suggested include: - Moroccans in North America, MINA.org - Moroccan American Network:, MAN.org - Moroccan American Network Database, MANDB.org - WMUSA or WMORA, WeMoroccans-USA.org or WeMoroccans.org
2. The adoption of a theme - suggestion: Unity, Tolerance, Identity, Synergy.
3. The creation of a Board of Directors and Committees
4. The Establishment of a fee based membership
5. The efficient advertisement of events and activities 0 0
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