On July 14, 2026, the Democratic Association of Women (ADFM) in Morocco called on political parties to make gender equality a central, concrete, and measurable commitment in their electoral programs. The request comes ahead of the upcoming legislative elections, though no specific election date has been confirmed as of this report.
The ADFM, a leading women's rights organization in Morocco, emphasized the need for clear indicators to track progress on women's rights, including political representation, economic empowerment, and legal reforms. The association has a history of advocating for gender parity, notably pushing for the 2011 constitutional reforms that enshrined equality between men and women.
According to the ADFM's statement, the organization plans to monitor party programs and hold elected officials accountable for their promises. The call aligns with broader efforts by Moroccan civil society to accelerate progress on gender equality, particularly in light of the country's ranking in global gender gap reports.
