The Role of the Women's Movement in Morocco

Abstract

In the new democratic Arab and European countries, feminist movements play an important role in societies. These movements seek to change corrupt systems and challenge social structures in Morocco and other countries. In order to control these movements and present a positive image of the treatment of women, governments establish laws and rights that enhance women's rights and make the country appear advanced, but they may not significantly affect women's reality , Feminist movements in Morocco mainly focus on these laws and seek to include their agenda in legislation, but the authorities ignore these demands and refuse to recognize their initiatives. Consequently, the activity of feminist movements is restricted and the government attempts to contain any feminist movements that threaten the existing order ,This strategy is part of the government's efforts to limit the influence of the feminist movement, and has been used in several historical cases in Morocco. Governments must recognize women's rights and support their efforts, rather than trying to suppress their voices and restrict their activism.