Association Anwar for Equality and Citizenship

Association Anwar for Equality and Citizenship is a grassroots Moroccan civil society organization working on community participation, social inclusion, and local civic engagement, particularly among women and young people. The organization brings together civil society actors, educators, volunteers, community leaders, and young activists engaged in local initiatives related to education, culture, citizenship, and community wellbeing. In Youssoufia, Anwar initiated a collective community effort with local associations and volunteers to rehabilitate part of the neglected Laarouk forest through clean-up actions, reading activities, children’s workshops, educational games, and environmental awareness sessions for local residents. Anwar believes that protecting shared natural spaces also strengthens community connection, participation, and collective responsibility.