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Ms. Amina Bouayach Calls for Strengthening Cooperation between NHRIs and International Mechanisms to Enhance Human Rights Effectiveness

Speaking at the annual thematic panel discussion on technical cooperation and capacity-building, held during the 59th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Ms. Amina Bouayach, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) and the Global Alliance of National Human…

No Development without Human Dignity. No Investment without Respect for Human Rights, Amina Bouayach

"Respect for human rights by businesses and enterprises is a key entry point to achieving social justice and enhancing human security," said Ms. Amina Bouayach, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), in her opening statement at the Arab-African Forum on Business and Human Rights …

High-level International Advocacy in New York led by Amina Bouayach: António Guterres Meets GANHRI’s President Reaffirming NHRIs’ Roles in International Decision-Making

New York, June 19, 2025 – In a high-level meeting held today at the United Nations headquarters in New York, Ms. Amina Bouayach, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), in her capacity as President of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI), met with the…

Culminating a year of Regional Consultations across Morocco, Rabat Hosts National Children’s Consultation on June 13–14, 2025

Toward Institutionalizing the Principle of ParticipationThe National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is hosting a national consultation with children on June 13–14, at its headquarters in Rabat, Morocco. This event is the culmination of a year-long journey that began in February 2023, during which…

Amina Bouayach: AI’s Rapid Growth… Human Rights at Risk

Doha, 27 May 2025 — Ms. Amina Bouayach, President of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions and Chairperson of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), raised concerns about the real risks threatening rights and freedoms as a result of the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)…

Amina Bouayach: Artificial Intelligence—Progress, Revolution, and Opportunities, But (…)

Innovation is not an optionHuman Rights are non-negotiableDoha, 27 May 2025 — Ms. Amina Bouayach, President of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) and Chairperson of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), participated in the high-level opening of an international…

CNDH Celebrates its Anniversary: 35 Years of Human Rights in Morocco

Rights. Freedoms. Effectiveness.A Journey of Proactivity, Transformation, and GrowthToday, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) commemorates the 35th anniversary of the establishment of Morocco’s National Human Rights Institution (NHRI), founded on May 8, 1990—a proactive step taken amid a…

SIEL 2025: CNDH Wraps Up its Ten-Day Program on Culture and Cultural Expressions

Thousands of visitors and participants, hundreds of speakers, children and experts, dozens of activities, ten days, one space and one theme: Culture and Cultural Expressions as a Force for Development and RightsThe National Human Rights Council (CNDH) drew the curtain on its activities at the 30th…

Morocco Advances Migrants’ Rights, Strengthening its International Human Rights Action: From Marrakech Compact to Agadir Comment

Building on Morocco’s international commitment to human rights following the global adoption of the “Marrakech Compact” on migration, Rabat hosted a high-level UN-African meeting on Monday, April 21, focused on advancing the protection of the rights of migrant women and men. Initiated by the…

SIEL 2025: CNDH Highlights Culture and Cultural Expressions as a Force for Human Rights and Development

At the 30th International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) in Rabat, Morocco, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is shedding light on culture and cultural expressions this year.From April 18 to April 28, 2025, the Human Rights Pavilion will host 10 days of rich, inclusive programming- inviting…

16th National Disability Forum: Ms. Bouayach Highlights Media’s Role in Advancing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Morocco

Salé, April 8, 2025 – Limited access to information, a lack of sign language interpretation, and the absence of audio description are among the key barriers undermining the effective realization of the rights of persons with disabilities (PWD) in Morocco. These were the central concerns raised by…

CNDH Welcomes Morocco-Initiated UNHRC Resolution on Women and Diplomacy

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) welcomes the adoption of a significant resolution on “Women, Diplomacy, and Human Rights” by the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) at its 58th session. Initiated by the Kingdom of Morocco and backed by a diverse cross-regional group—Chile, the…

Key Milestones in Ms. Amina Bouayach's Journey

Key Milestones in Ms. Amina Bouayach's Journey- Reappointed by His Majesty as CNDH President

Women's Entrepreneurship: Inclusion and Equality Challenges at the Core of a Human Rights Debate by the CNDH

On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the Rabat-Driss Benzekri Institute for Human Rights hosted a high-profile roundtable on "The Role of Businesses in Promoting Equality and Inclusion: Women's Initiatives and Journeys." This event, organized by The National Human Rights Council (CNDH), was part of its…

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