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Members

AMANE

AMANE is a Moroccan association that has been promoting, since 2009, the rule of law and an open, inclusive society where children exposed to various forms of violence – particularly sexual violence – have their voices heard, their rights respected and are protected and supported by family, community, associative and institutional structures aware of their rights/obligations and taking their full responsibilities. AMANE has partnered with ECPAT International on the Global Boys Initiative to address sexual exploitation of boys in Morocco. Their groundbreaking research, published as part of ECPAT’s ten-country study series, examines gender-based violence and provides crucial insights into the unique challenges faced by boy survivors of sexual exploitation in Morocco. Through capacity building, awareness campaigns, and evidence-based advocacy, AMANE works extensively with both state and civil society actors to strengthen child protection systems, particularly focusing on preventing sexual violence and supporting survivors. Their comprehensive approach includes professional training, public education, and development of standardized care protocols, making them a vital partner in ECPAT’s mission to end child sexual exploitation globally.

Association Bayti

Association Bayti is a dedicated non-profit organization based in Morocco, focused on the protection and psycho-social reintegration of children in difficult situations. Since its establishment in 1995, Bayti has worked tirelessly to defend children’s rights and provide comprehensive support services to vulnerable youth, including medical, psychological, educational, and social assistance. With a rights-based approach, Bayti prioritizes the best interests of the child, ensuring their voices are heard and their dignity is respected. Over 25 years, Bayti has positively impacted the lives of more than 6,000 children, advocating against abuse, violence, and exploitation, while promoting family and school reintegration. As a proud member of ECPAT, Bayti continues to collaborate with partners to strengthen child protection systems and create a brighter future for every child in Morocco.

Facts

Resources

ECPAT International
Global Boys Initiative Case Study: Morocco

Year: 2023

ECPAT International & AMANE
Global Boys Initiative: Morocco

Year: 2022

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ECPAT International
Morocco – Country Monitoring Report

Year: 2015

ECPAT International
Regional Overview: Sexual Exploitation of Children in Middle East and North Africa

Year: 2020

Stories

News from Morocco

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Age of Consent

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Extraterritoriality & Extradition

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Active extraterritoriality is provided for all SEC-related offences under the Moroccan Penal Code committed by Moroccan citizens abroad as long as the double criminality requirement is fulfilled and only if the prosecution or judgement took place abroad, under Section 752 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. Passive extraterritoriality is not provided for.

SEC-related offences are extraditable if double criminality is fulfilled and the offences are punished by the law of the requesting State with at least two years of imprisonment under Section 4 of the Law on Extradition of Foreigners. Moroccan citizens cannot be extradited under Section 5 of the same law. Double criminality is required extradition (Section 4 of the Law on Extradition of Foreigners).

Criminal Code of Morocco, Code of Criminal Procedure of Morocco, 1962 (status as of 2018), 1958

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Background Check Required

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Child Advocacy Centers

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SEC Police Unit

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Protection Standards Travel and Tourism

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