A recent study titled 'Migranten met Marokkaanse afkomst, land van herkomst en toekomst' (Migrants of Moroccan Origin, Country of Origin and Future), conducted by researchers Rasit Bal and Dick de Ruijter, reveals a growing sense of detachment among Moroccan-Dutch individuals towards Morocco. The report, which analyzes the evolution of their connection to the country of origin, highlights that many no longer feel fully at home there.
The study, which was published in early 2026, surveyed a sample of Moroccan-Dutch migrants and found that factors such as cultural differences, political developments, and social changes in Morocco contribute to this sentiment. The researchers note that this trend is particularly pronounced among younger generations who were born or raised in the Netherlands.
Key findings indicate that while many maintain family ties and visit Morocco regularly, they increasingly perceive themselves as outsiders. The report suggests that this shift could have implications for diaspora engagement and bilateral relations between the Netherlands and Morocco.
The study was conducted by Rasit Bal and Dick de Ruijter, both affiliated with Dutch academic institutions. It is based on survey data and interviews collected between 2024 and 2025. The full report is available through academic channels.
