Across Morocco, small grassroots NGOs are driving meaningful change—from empowering women and preserving nature to improving access to water and education in rural areas. Their deep community roots and hands-on approach allow them to create long-lasting impact. Here are six inspiring Moroccan NGOs worth knowing:
1. Dar Si Hmad (Agadir & Sidi Ifni)
Dar Si Hmad is a forward-thinking NGO using innovative technology to solve local challenges. Their famous fog-harvesting project provides clean drinking water to isolated Amazigh villages in southern Morocco. They also run educational programs for women and youth in environmental science and leadership.
🔗 https://www.darsihmad.org
2. Amal Women’s Training Center (Marrakech)
Amal offers culinary training to women in vulnerable situations—such as single mothers and women without income. The program equips them with the skills needed to work in the food and hospitality industry. They also run a public training restaurant in Marrakech that helps fund the initiative.
🔗 https://www.amalnonprofit.org
3. Solidarity Feminine Association (ASF) (Casablanca)
Founded by Aïcha Ech-Chenna, this NGO supports single mothers with professional training in fields like cooking, baking, and beauty. ASF also offers childcare, a hammam, and legal/social support. It has been a long-time advocate for women’s rights in Morocco.
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/solfem
4. Migrations & Développement (M&D)
A French-Moroccan international NGO founded in 1986 by Moroccan migrants from the Atlas and Anti-Atlas regions and French engineers, supports solidarity-based development projects in villages severely affected by climate change. Since its inception, M&D has worked closely with local communities, migrants, and partners—including local associations, authorities, researchers, volunteers, and international donors—to implement sustainable initiatives.
🔗 https://migdev.org/
5. AIDECO (Tafraout – Anti-Atlas region)
AIDECO is a rural development NGO that provides access to clean water, supports traditional farming (like argan and beekeeping), and runs literacy and vocational training programs. It’s deeply integrated into the local community of the Anti-Atlas.
6. The Civil Alliance for the Environment in Ammelne (ACEA),
Established in September 2020, is an innovative initiative formed through local collaboration to preserve Ammelne’s valley (Tafrout area) natural environment, enhance ecological conditions, and improve local livelihoods. It conducts environmental impact studies, promotes sustainable agriculture, and runs awareness campaigns targeting youth, women, and the community. ACEA focuses on environmental protection, sustainable resource management, and ecotourism development, leveraging participatory and scientific approaches in areas like ecological farming, biodiversity, sustainable green economy and the promotion of Morocco’s natural and cultural heritage.
7. Moroccan Association for Ecotourism and Nature Protection (AMEPN) (Rabat)
Since 1997, AMEPN has worked to protect Morocco’s biodiversity and promote sustainable ecotourism. They organize environmental education events, school outings, and conservation campaigns to raise awareness among locals and visitors alike.
🤝 Why Support These NGOs?
These organizations may be small in size, but they make a significant impact on the ground. Supporting them—through donations, partnerships, or volunteering—means contributing to real, community-led change that improves lives and protects Morocco’s unique heritage.
