Bouchra Abdou
Bouchra Abdou | |
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| Born | Casablanca, Morocco |
| Occupation(s) | Human rights advocate, women's rights activist |
| Years active | Early 2000s–present |
| Known for | Leadership of Tahadi Association for Equality and Citizenship (ATEC), advocacy for Moroccan women's rights, legal reforms to Mudawana, combating digital harassment |
Bouchra Abdou (in ) is a prominent Moroccan human rights advocate and activist. As the leader of the Tahadi Association for Equality and Citizenship (ATEC), she champions the rights of Moroccan women, with a special focus on those affected by domestic abuse. Her efforts concentrate on advancing legal reforms and addressing digital challenges to enhance women's status in Morocco.
Biography
Bouchra Abdou played a pivotal role in establishing the Democratic League for Women's Rights (LDDF). She began her involvement as the secretary of its Casablanca chapter in 2002 and later emerged as an influential coordinator. Since the early 2000s, she has been instrumental in encouraging Moroccan women to utilize the Internet as a means of empowerment, particularly aiding those subjected to discrimination due to their choice not to wear the hijab.
As president of ATEC, Abdou oversees two facilities dedicated to women's protection: one provides refuge for survivors of domestic violence, while the other offers assistance to women facing challenging circumstances. Additionally, she actively combats digital harassment and its effects on women.
Her activism strongly advocates for amendments to legal frameworks, especially promoting reforms to the Mudawana, Morocco’s family law. In 2024, she expressed support for the circulaire that permits mothers to request passports for their children without needing consent from the father.