Spotlight on Women's Rights in Morocco
The forthcoming special edition of BBC World Questions, scheduled for June 10th in Marrakesh, aims to place young Moroccan women at the forefront of a significant national discourse surrounding rights, faith, and the much-needed reforms in family law. This event arrives at a time when a new generation is fervently advocating for change, thereby encouraging open discussions about their rights and roles within Moroccan society.
Moderated by the BBC’s Jonny Dymond, the programme will feature a diverse panel of advocates who will engage in meaningful debates on pressing issues such as child marriage, polygamy, inheritance rights, sexual harassment, and the notions of freedom and modesty. By centering the voices of young Moroccan women, the event seeks to illuminate their perspectives during a critical juncture for civil society.
Engagement and Broadcast Details
The BBC World Service's approach to this event emphasizes the significance of public participation, with an audience gathered at Les Étoiles de Jemaa el Fna actively contributing to the dialogue. Gwenan Roberts, the Commissioning Editor at the BBC World Service, expressed excitement about coming to Marrakesh, highlighting the importance of understanding how Moroccan women perceive their role in society amid ongoing cultural transformations.
This engaging programme, titled "BBC World Questions: Morocco – Young Women and Change," will be recorded on June 10th at the Marrakesh venue. It is organized in collaboration with BBC News Arabic and the Ali Zaoua Foundation. Public attendees are invited to arrive at 6 PM for a reception featuring refreshments, allowing them to prepare their questions in advance. For those interested in being part of the audience, registration is available through the World Questions website.
The discussions will be recorded for international broadcast across television and radio platforms, with the initial airing slated for Saturday, June 13th, on BBC World Service radio. Additionally, the programme will be accessible online via BBC Sounds and various podcast platforms. A televised version is set to premiere on the BBC World Service YouTube channel and the BBC News channel starting June 20th.
As reported by bbc.co.uk.
