National Volunteer Program

In line with the directives of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, to support youth and provide them with opportunities to participate and develop their skills for economic integration and social, cultural prosperity, the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication launched the first cycle of the National Volunteer Program “Mutatawi” in 2023. The program was implemented in partnership with various government sectors and non-governmental institutions in a collaborative effort to support youth and engage them in sustainable development.

To ensure the continuity of the program, the Ministry launched the second cycle in 2024, targeting young people aged between 18 and 22.

The program is divided into two main phases:

• Civil Awareness and Citizenship Week: This phase involves training youth through meetings with experts and specialists, creating platforms for dialogue, and expanding their knowledge in areas such as Morocco’s history and heritage, participatory democracy, entrepreneurship, health, art and media, and modern technology. It also includes citizen participation evenings, offering a chance to exchange experiences with inspiring young leaders and build a network for social interaction and exchange.

• Practical Field Experience and Citizenship Weeks: This phase, which lasts for two weeks (14 days), is implemented through partnerships with organizations providing practical field experiences for youth in various institutions, companies, cooperatives, and more. Participants receive hands-on training that complements the knowledge gained during the awareness and civic education week.

Objectives:

• Develop youth’s personal skills through training in different fields.

• Enhance youth’s social and economic integration.

• Help youth acquire new practical skills to foster cooperation, solidarity, and active community participation.

• Raise social awareness among youth.

Duration of the Initiative:

• One week for civil awareness and citizenship.
•   Two weeks (14 days) for practical field experience and citizenship.

Positive Impact:

Through the participation of Moroccan youth from 12 regions across the country, the National Volunteer Program “Mutatawi” has helped this important segment of society develop their personal, leadership, and communication skills. It has also contributed to expanding their knowledge and providing experiences that help in both professional and personal life.

One of the key outcomes of the program is the creation of a database of trained and qualified volunteers ready to participate in local and national volunteer projects. The program also raises awareness about the importance of volunteering and its role in community development, improving youth competencies for their social and economic integration. Additionally, it promotes partnerships with diverse stakeholders, aiming to foster cooperation between government, non-governmental sectors, and institutions, contributing to positive results that benefit both the community and the youth.

In numbers, more than 22,000 young men and women from 12 regions of Morocco participated in this version of the program.

Preparation Phase:

To launch the “Mutatawi” National Volunteer Program and achieve its goals, several partnerships were established with government and non-government sectors, as well as institutions and agencies, to support the program by providing training in various fields and offering fieldwork experiences that help integrate youth into social and economic life. Some of the main partners include:

• Government sectors

• Public and private institutions

• Educational institutes

• Banks

Implementation Phase:

• Coordinating with all involved parties to support youth throughout all stages of the “Mutatawi” program.
• Offering youth rich field experiences in institutions, including social centers, historical sites, health clinics, youth centers, cooperatives, and more, providing them with diverse learning opportunities.
•  Participants receive specialized guidance to reinforce the knowledge gained during the civil awareness and citizenship week.

Post-Initiative Phase:

• Expanding partnerships with national and international organizations to provide logistical and technical support tailored to the needs of youth.
•  Continuing the program and organizing new cycles.
•  Enhancing the program’s effectiveness by offering more opportunities for volunteers and expanding the volunteer base, helping achieve broader community and developmental goals.