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CNDH Celebrates its Anniversary: 35 Years of Human Rights in Morocco

Rights. Freedoms. Effectiveness.A Journey of Proactivity, Transformation, and GrowthToday, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) commemorates the 35th anniversary of the establishment of Morocco’s National Human Rights Institution (NHRI), founded on May 8, 1990—a proactive step taken amid a…

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SIEL 2025: CNDH Wraps Up its Ten-Day Program on Culture and Cultural Expressions

Thousands of visitors and participants, hundreds of speakers, children and experts, dozens of activities, ten days, one space and one theme: Culture and Cultural Expressions as a Force for Development and RightsThe National Human Rights Council (CNDH) drew the curtain on its activities at the 30th…

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Morocco Advances Migrants’ Rights, Strengthening its International Human Rights Action: From Marrakech Compact to Agadir Comment

Building on Morocco’s international commitment to human rights following the global adoption of the “Marrakech Compact” on migration, Rabat hosted a high-level UN-African meeting on Monday, April 21, focused on advancing the protection of the rights of migrant women and men. Initiated by the…

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SIEL 2025: CNDH Highlights Culture and Cultural Expressions as a Force for Human Rights and Development

At the 30th International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) in Rabat, Morocco, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is shedding light on culture and cultural expressions this year.From April 18 to April 28, 2025, the Human Rights Pavilion will host 10 days of rich, inclusive programming- inviting…

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16th National Disability Forum: Ms. Bouayach Highlights Media’s Role in Advancing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Morocco

Salé, April 8, 2025 – Limited access to information, a lack of sign language interpretation, and the absence of audio description are among the key barriers undermining the effective realization of the rights of persons with disabilities (PWD) in Morocco. These were the central concerns raised by…

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CNDH Welcomes Morocco-Initiated UNHRC Resolution on Women and Diplomacy

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) welcomes the adoption of a significant resolution on “Women, Diplomacy, and Human Rights” by the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) at its 58th session. Initiated by the Kingdom of Morocco and backed by a diverse cross-regional group—Chile, the…

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Key Milestones in Ms. Amina Bouayach's Journey

Key Milestones in Ms. Amina Bouayach's Journey- Reappointed by His Majesty as CNDH President

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Women's Entrepreneurship: Inclusion and Equality Challenges at the Core of a Human Rights Debate by the CNDH

On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the Rabat-Driss Benzekri Institute for Human Rights hosted a high-profile roundtable on "The Role of Businesses in Promoting Equality and Inclusion: Women's Initiatives and Journeys." This event, organized by The National Human Rights Council (CNDH), was part of its…

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SIEL 2025: CNDH Wraps Up its Ten-Day Program on…

Thousands of visitors and participants, hundreds of speakers, children and experts, dozens of activities, ten days, one space and one theme: Culture and Cultural Expressions as a Force for Development and RightsThe National Human Rights Council (CNDH) drew the curtain on its activities at the 30th edition of the International Publishing and Book Fair (known under its French acronym SIEL 2025)…

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CNDH Initiates High-Level African-UN Meeting on…

Rabat- the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is hosting a significant African-UN round table entitled: "Towards Migration Policies Based on Human Rights Protection." This meeting aims mainly to explore General Comment No. 6, adopted by the United Nations Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (CMW), regarding the interlinkages between the…

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SIEL 2025: CNDH Highlights Culture and Cultural…

At the 30th International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) in Rabat, Morocco, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is shedding light on culture and cultural expressions this year.From April 18 to April 28, 2025, the Human Rights Pavilion will host 10 days of rich, inclusive programming- inviting experts, human rights defenders, academics, institutional and civil society representatives, and…

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Ms. Amina Bouayach’s term as President of Morocco…

On Friday, March 28, 2025, His Majesty King Mohammed VI renewed Ms. Amina Bouayach’s term as President of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of the Kingdom of Morocco.The Royal Cabinet’s statement highlighted that this decision underscores a dedication to equipping the Council with the skills and expertise needed to carry out its constitutional role, given its vital responsibilities under…

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Women's Entrepreneurship and Equality: Inclusion…

As part of its ongoing commemoration of International Women's Rights Day (March 2025), the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) will host an interactive workshop on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, under the theme: “What Roles Do Businesses Play in Promoting Equality and Inclusion: Women's Initiatives and Career Paths.” The event will take place at the Rabat Institute – Idriss Benzekri for Human Rights,…

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On behalf of Africa, Morocco, Represented by…

Geneva, March 11, 2025, at the Palais des Nations – In a landmark moment for African leadership in global human rights advocacy, the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) has unanimously elected Ms. Amina Bouayach, Chairperson of Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH), as its new President.Ms. Bouayach secured unanimous support from GANHRI’s three other regional…

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Africa fully supports Morocco: Network of African…

Geneva – The Network of African National Human Rights Institutions (NANHRI) officially announced today, during its General Assembly at the United Nations in Geneva, Africa’s full endorsement and support for Amina Bouayach’s candidacy to chair the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI), on behalf of Africa.In January, NANHRI formally submitted Ms. Bouayach’s candidacy to…

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Police & human rights partnership in Morocco:…

As part of their strategic partnership to promote human rights in law enforcement, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) and the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) launch a new training-of-trainers (ToT) initiative for police and security officials in Morocco. The first session, kicking off on Monday, February 24, 2025, will focus on the rights of migrants and Morocco’s…

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CNDH/NPM: Field Visits to Strengthen Prevention…

After detecting measles cases in several prisons and reviewing preliminary data released by the General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR), the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), through its National Mechanism for the Prevention of Torture (NPM), has decided to intensify its monitoring of health conditions within these institutions and enhance preventive mechanisms…

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CNDH and ARMCDH Association Organize the Premiere…

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) and the Mediterranean Cinema and Human Rights Meetings Association (ARMCDH) are organizing the premiere of Faouzi Bensaid's short film The Kid(s), under the theme “Alliance of Institutions, Civil Society, and the World of Cinema to Strengthen Inclusion Policies, Protect Children in Contact with the Law, and Combat Recidivism.” The screening will take…

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SILEJ 2024: CNDH Participates in the 2nd…

"Participation as a Means for Enhancing the Effectiveness of Children's and Youth Rights"The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is taking part in the second edition of the International Children and Youth Book Fair (SILEJ), on December 14-22, 2024, in Casablanca, Morocco.Held under the theme “Participation as Means for Enhancing the Effectiveness of Children's and Youth Rights,” CNDH's Pavilion…

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Workshop on Preventing Disappearances in the…

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH), in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Morocco, are organizing a workshop themed “Preventing Disappearances in the Context of Migration, Protecting Family Rights, and Ensuring Humane Border Management.” on December 11, 2024 at the CNDH headquarters in Rabat, Morocco.The workshop is part of ongoing efforts to follow up on…

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Handbook on Citizenship and Human Rights

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