Social, Economic and Women's Rights: Development Challenges and New Directions

Apr 3 2008 - 6:00pm
Apr 3 2008 - 7:30pm

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For our April chapter event, SID-Washington is proud to cosponsor with the International Development Program of American University and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco for a special presentation on social, economic and women’s rights.

The Honorable Nouzha Skalli is currently the Minister of Social Development, Family and Solidarity of Morocco.  Prior to her appointment to the Cabinet in 2007 by the King of Morocco, Ms Skalli was a Member of the Parliament, Head of the Socialist Alliance Parliamentary Group, and Vice President of the Social Sectors Committee, where she oversaw policy formulation related to education, health, professional training and employment. She is currently on the executive board of the Party of Progress and Socialism, a leading Opposition Party in Morocco.

Ms. Skalli has been a tireless human rights activist and advocate for women’s rights and social justice. She is the founding member of several prominent civil society organizations including the Democratic Association for Moroccan Women, Organization for Human Rights, Center for Feminine Leadership, and Center for Legal Assistance to Women Victim of Domestic Violence.

Ms. Skalli has participated in numerous international conferences and forums and spoken on issues related to governance, citizenship, human rights, and women’s political participation in the Middle East and North Africa.
A reception will follow the discussion.

RSVP to cjwright@american.edu  or call 202 885 1657.

Location
Butler Board Room, 6th Floor, Butler Pavilion
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC
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