HIBAPRESS – Ahmed Al-Musaed
In a press conference organized by the Regional Director of the Youth Sector in the Oriental region, Najia Nour, on Friday, October 17th, unveiled an ambitious roadmap of youth programs and initiatives with educational, cultural, digital, and civic dimensions, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of young people and their active integration into the socio-economic and cultural fabric of the region.
The meeting served as a platform to highlight five key programs, including:
1. The National Program for Cultural Tourism: "Linguistic مقامات" at the Moroccan Arab Reception Center in Oujda, for the benefit of 100 young men and women, "Knowledge Circles" at the Saïdia Camping Center to introduce young people to the region's heritage and monuments. This program starts on October 17th and lasts for ten days, in a rich educational and recreational experience.
2. Artificial Intelligence in the Service of Childhood: From October 20th to 24th, the city of Oujda will host the regional forum for the National Artificial Intelligence Program, in partnership with Mohammed VI University and the Ministry of Digital Transition, for the benefit of 60 children, with the aim of honing their technical skills and developing their spirit of innovation and creativity.
3. The Regional Caravan for Citizenship: In celebration of the anniversary of the Green March, this caravan will start on November 6th, loaded with seminars, workshops, and artistic performances, to instill in young people the values of citizenship and national belonging.
4. Youth Forums: Launching regional and local youth forums as areas for dialogue, training, and the exchange of views, in the context of a participatory approach that involves young people as main actors, not just beneficiaries.
5. Strengthening the Civil Society Fabric: Through the national program to support and strengthen the capacities of associations, which covers several areas such as the legal framework, socio-cultural activation, administrative and financial management, digitalization, mental health, and project management.
In a step supporting this dynamic, a specialized training course in cultural tourism will be organized for the cadres of the Directorate and partner associations, on November 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2025, addressing themes related to history, legislation, risk management, and professional skills development.
The Regional Director confirmed during the meeting that signing partnership agreements with civil society actors comes within the framework of enhancing the effectiveness of the activation work according to an approach based on professionalism, efficiency, and results.
The Director also expressed her gratitude to the Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication for his continuous support, and to the authorities of the region, led by the Wali of the Oriental region, for the field follow-up and continuous support for youth initiatives.
The Regional Director of the Youth Sector in the Oriental region affirmed her full commitment to openness to all creative initiatives that serve the aspirations of young people, contribute to enhancing their active participation in public life, and move forward in the path of sustainable regional development.
