A first day under the sign of solidarity and art at the 2024 Voix de Femmes Festival
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The 12th edition of the Voix de Femmes Festival kicked off yesterday with a series of key events, illustrating the festival’s commitment to solidarity, culture and female empowerment.
The day began with a solidarity activity at the Tetouan Penitentiary Center, where a medical caravan provided care to female prisoners, followed by a friendly lunch in their honor. This humane initiative concluded with a musical entertainment led by a local female troupe, bringing a moment of comfort and sharing to the center’s residents.
The Marina Smir Hotel then hosted the official press conference of the festival. The organizers presented the rich and varied program of this 12th edition, focusing on this year’s theme: “Women, essential partners for lasting change”. The President of the Voix de Femmes Association, Ms. Karima Benyaich, highlighted the fundamental values of the festival, including the promotion of women’s rights and intercultural dialogue.
The opening night was held at the Spanish Theatre in Tetouan, where the large audience was transported by an exceptional flamenco show, followed by the national anthem. Ms. Benyaich’s speech preceded a moving tribute to exceptional women, highlighting their significant contribution to society. The evening closed with a performance that fused flamenco and Andalusian music, with memorable performances by Zainab Afailal and the Maria Olé Flamenco group, providing a fiery start to the festival.
This first day of the festival laid the foundations for a promising edition, placed under the banner of solidarity, art and recognition of the crucial role of women in society.
About the Women’s Voice Association
In the heart of Tetouan, the Association Voix de Femmes is a symbol of women’s empowerment and cultural preservation. Through a mosaic of targeted socio-cultural initiatives, the association aims to enhance the role of women as guardians of the city’s rich identity, in areas as diverse as oral tradition, artisanal know-how and the art of living. Recognizing the profound contributions of Tetouan’s women throughout history, the association aims to enhance their role in the socio-cultural and economic development of the city, paying tribute to their unwavering dedication to their community.
