· Fez, Morocco — Spiritual & Knowledge Capital
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Who We Are

About WACH

A cultural, academic, and civil society organization dedicated to safeguarding and transmitting Morocco's living civilization — and universal heritage.

Morocco heritage

Mission & Vision

Our Vision &
Strategic Pillars

At the heart of our actions lies the safeguarding and promotion of Moroccan and global heritage identity. We are committed to supporting official efforts to ensure a broad and enlightened understanding of Moroccan culture and the elements of universal folklore.

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Rehabilitation & Valorization
We work to restore world cultural heritage to its rightful value by rehabilitating sites, honoring pioneers, and organizing high-level scientific symposia.
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Documentation & Research
In partnership with the authorities, we contribute to the collection and documentation of world heritage. We encourage national and international academic research through the development of curricula and university theses.
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Outreach & Exchange
We establish mechanisms for cultural cross-pollination to foster exchanges between the Kingdom of Morocco and the rest of the world.
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Youth Engagement
We actively involve younger generations in the preservation of this cultural and historical wealth.

Celebrating Heritage Through the Arts

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Fez International Film Festival
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Fez World Traditional Music Festival
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Fez World Poetry Festival
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International Festival of Malhun Art
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Fez World Culinary Festival

Governance

Board Members

WACH is guided by a distinguished board uniting expertise in law, culture, diplomacy, tourism, and civil society.

Dr. Hakima El Haité
President of the Board · COP22 Climate Champion

A globally recognized stateswoman, Dr. El Haité is the first non-European and first woman from MENA elected President of Liberal International. Former Minister Delegate in charge of Environment, co-founder of the NDC Partnership and the Marrakech Partnership for Global Climate Action. Holds two PhDs and a Legion d'Honneur.

President Climate Diplomacy
Mohamed Laaraj
Member of the Board · Former Minister of Culture

Distinguished academic and statesman. Appointed Minister of Culture and Communication by H.M. King Mohammed VI in 2017. Author of over twenty books on law and governance. Doctor of State in Public Law, professor at the Universities of Tetouan and Fez. Elected Member of Parliament for three consecutive terms.

Culture Law Parliament
Mohammed Belghrib
General Secretary · Director of FIFF

Prominent figure in the Moroccan and international cultural landscape. Director General of the Al-Arab TV website, President of the Fez International Film Festival, distinguished journalist and film critic. International jury member for the CAM Festival in Egypt and the Baghdad International Film Festival.

Cinema Journalism Media
Hassan Heriane
Regional Director of Culture, Fès-Meknès

Distinguished leader in the Moroccan cultural sector since 2008. Former Director of the Al-Qarawiyyin Library — one of the oldest and most significant libraries in the world. Former Director of the General Library and Archives of Tetouan. Holds a Master's in Codicology; recognized expert in manuscript preservation.

Heritage Manuscripts Archives
Khalid Benamour
President, Regional Tourism Council of Fez (CRT)

Prominent leader in the Moroccan hospitality sector and key advocate for the cultural heritage of Fez. Owner of the renowned 5-star Riad Arabesque. President Delegate of the Fez Guest House Association. Former President of Wydad de Fes. Dedicated to restoring sector integrity and enhancing regional promotion.

Tourism Hospitality Medina
Mohammed Mezzour
Provincial Director of Agriculture, Fès

Distinguished Chief Agricultural Engineer with over 26 years of experience within the Moroccan Ministry of Agriculture. Graduate of the Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine (IAV). Expert in agricultural development, pastoralism, and the cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants.

Agriculture Environment Development

Advisory Council

Advisors to the President

WACH benefits from the guidance of senior advisors with deep expertise in international relations, multilateral diplomacy, and cultural cooperation.

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Roger-Philippe Bertozzi
Senior Advisor to the President
Sorbonne-educated philosopher with deep expertise in industrial policies, international cooperation, and climate diplomacy. Co-founder and president of the Federation of Aluminium Consumers in Europe (FACE). Senior trade negotiator for the UAE Ministry of Economy. Special adviser to Morocco for COP21 and COP22. Vice-President of the EnergyPact Foundation. In his work with UNESCO, he inspired the theme for the organization's 70th anniversary: "70 years at the service of human dignity."
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Miriem Alami
Advisor to the President
Distinguished conference interpreter and international relations expert. Graduate in interpreting from Brussels and holds a Master's in International Relations from the Université Catholique de Louvain. Former functional officer for the European Union (7 years). Member of the International Association of Conference Interpreters (AIIC) since 2006, serving as Permanent Delegate for Morocco. Co-founder and former Secretary General of the Moroccan Association of Conference Interpreters (AMIC). Founder and Managing Director of MYACI Interpreters Morocco.
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Adil Abdel Aati
Advisor to the President
Prominent leader in intercontinental cooperation, currently serving as President of the Europe African Foundation. With a career dedicated to strengthening strategic ties between Europe and Africa, he brings unparalleled expertise in multilateral diplomacy and regional development. Leads initiatives fostering economic partnerships, sustainable development, and cultural exchange between the two continents.

International Cooperation

Forging Global Alliances

Our ambition is to forge strong links between institutions and civil society, both nationally and internationally. We firmly believe in the power of alliances and enter into cooperation and partnership agreements with entities that share our objectives of promoting cinematic and heritage culture worldwide.

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