Amina Bouayach

Amina Bouayach (born 10 December 1957) is a Moroccan human rights activist. Since December 2018, Bouayach has served as the president of the Moroccan National Human Rights Council. In this role, she affirmed in 2019 that there are no "political prisoners in Morocco."

Amina Bouayach in 2018

Quotes

• Ms. Bouayach quoted Nelson Mandela’s belief that "education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world. She underlined that this idea extends beyond achieving sustainable development, fighting climate change, promoting equality and human rights or building a better future. It plays a crucial role in maintaining peace and preventing atrocities and violations.
  • Amina Bouayach speaking on strategies for the effective participation of children and youths
• issues arise with unprecedented and dangerous consequences and practices
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• Massive spread of fake news, disinformation, hate speech and digital violence are the most notable issues.
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• Because life is the inherent and absolute right on which other rights are based.
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