AIDECA Intilaka

Building inclusive opportunity across Béni Mellal-Khénifra

AIDECA is a Moroccan nonprofit working with communities, local institutions, women, young people, and civil society organizations to turn rights, resilience, and participation into daily practice.

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Building inclusive opportunity across Béni Mellal-Khénifra

CDG Foundation Prize 2026

29+

years of local action

55+

projects delivered

provinces reached

2026

CDG Prize winner

National recognition

CDG Foundation Prize 2026

Recognized for field-rooted action with vulnerable communities and inclusive socio-economic development in Béni Mellal-Khénifra.

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Who we are

A grassroots organization with regional reach

Since 1996, AIDECA has helped communities build pathways into education, decent work, local governance, climate resilience, civic participation, digital inclusion, and social justice. Our work combines field implementation with research, facilitation, and institutional partnership.

Why communities and partners trust AIDECA

Community rooted

Founded from youth civic action and still shaped by local priorities.

Rights based

Focused on equal opportunity, participation, and access to essential rights.

Partner ready

Experienced with public, nonprofit, donor, and regional cooperation systems.

How we work

Our model is practical and participatory: listen with communities, design with local actors, strengthen capacities, and turn learning into better public and civic action.

Listen

Start from community needs, lived experience, and local evidence.

Co-design

Build practical responses with local actors and institutions.

Strengthen

Develop skills, organizations, cooperatives, and civic capacities.

Learn

Use research, documentation, and feedback to improve public action.

Purpose and direction

Our Mission

Contribute to the local development of the Béni Mellal Khénifra region through community organisation and capacity building of local actors.

Our Vision

Towards a prosperous and inclusive society in the region of Béni Mellal Khénifra, where every individual enjoys equal opportunities and their rights are protected.

Our Values

The principles that guide how we design projects, work with communities, and govern our organization.

Equality

Equal dignity and opportunity across gender, age, and territory.

Transparency

Clear governance, accountable decisions, and responsible stewardship.

Tolerance

Dialogue across difference, with respect for plural identities.

Social Justice

Fair access to rights, resources, and participation.

Solidarity

Mutual support that turns local potential into collective progress.

Success stories

A few field moments from key projects where local leadership, practical support, and institutional partnership translated into visible change.

Our Path

AIDECA has evolved from a youth-led civic movement into a regional development actor.

1996

Intilaka Founded following a youth-led movement

2002

Rebranded and transitioned to a development-focused organization.

2016

A New Strategy Adopted

2021

New Partners to support AIDECA in Inclusive Development and Climate Resilience with a New Four-Year Strategy

Our Objectives

Our objectives translate values into practical fields of action.

Promoting Citizenship and Human Rights

Adhere to social dynamics aimed to promote the emergence of the values of citizenship and human rights;

Sustainable and Integrated Development

Contribute to sustainable and integrated development guaranteeing access to economic, social, cultural and environmental rights;

Supporting Local and Regional CSOs

Support the local and regional CSOs, strengthen their capacities and consolidate their participation in local development;

Empowering Women and Young People

Strengthen the socio-economic and political empowerment of women and young people;

Protecting and Promoting Children's Rights

Support efforts to protect and promote children's rights;

Digital Rights and AI Inclusion

Promote digital inclusion, responsible AI governance, and equitable access to digital technologies for communities in Morocco and across the South Mediterranean;

Executive Board

Governance with lived community experience

The Executive Board brings together educators, entrepreneurs, civil society leaders, and former participants who keep AIDECA accountable to the communities it serves.

Chaima Salami

President

Chaima holds a bachelor's degree in sociology and is AIDECA's youngest female president. Her journey began as a member of the youth club. In 2021, she was elected as General Secretary, and by 2023, she was entrusted with the role of President.

Hamid Saadaoui

Treasurer

A professor and PhD candidate, Hamid has been a dedicated member of AIDECA for the past two decades. He oversees strategic and financial management, budgeting, and compliance, and has been actively involved in capacity-building initiatives for CSOs.

Aziz Ait Oukdim

Deputy Secretary-General

Aziz is a co-founder of AIDECA and currently serves as Deputy Secretary-General, ensuring strategic oversight, proposal process, and compliance. He is also a French professor.

Sara Lamdoun

Vice-President

Sara's journey with AIDECA began as a beneficiary in 2015. After earning her bachelor's degree in economics, she returned to AIDECA as a financial and technical assistant. She currently holds the position of administrative assistant at a local high school and serves as the Vice President of AIDECA.

Rachida Redouane

Deputy Treasurer

Rachida joined AIDECA in 2019 seeking support for her small bakery business. She now leads a cooperative with nine women and serves as Deputy Treasurer, providing support in assets management and financial compliance.

Oulaid Oualla

General Secretary

Oulaid, a school administrator, joined AIDECA in 2016 and served as President from 2019 to 2021. He supports rural development projects and the strategic and business development of AIDECA. He is also president of the Gender Equality Advisory board in Beni Mellal.

Reiyad Hamid

Advisor

Reiyad, a school director and PhD candidate on gender equality and education curriculum, joined AIDECA in 2010 and served as President from 2021 to 2023. He plays a vital role as an advisor, offering guidance and support in the strategic and business development of AIDECA. He is also president of the Gender Equality Advisory in a local government.

Our Team

A multidisciplinary team supports program design, finance, operations, entrepreneurship, climate action, and community engagement.

Lekbira ABAKHAN

Admin and Finance Director

With over 15 years of experience in financial compliance from diverse donors, she oversees all financial aspects of the project. Her expertise ensures proper financial management and compliance across all operations.

Mohamed Alouane

Executive Director

Mohamed holds a Master degree in project and program management. With over 9 years of experience in inclusive development, he leads AIDECA's portfolios, and ensures stakeholder and business development.

Jouad Rahoui

Logistics Manager

Jouad provides operational and logistical support to all projects, ensuring efficient resource allocation and smooth implementation of activities across AIDECA's initiatives.

Jaouad Ouagoun

Youth Entrepreneurship Support Project Manager

Jaouad started as a volunteer and has taken on several roles and duties for the past two decades. He oversees all technical and operational aspects of the Appui à l'Entrepreneuriat chez les Jeunes project.

Samir Saadaoui

Project Officer

Samir holds a MA in project development. He started his journey as a youth club volunteer and has supported various initiatives linked to youth development and CSO support.

Ibtissame Kanouch

Project Officer

Ibtissame holds a Master degree in Food Industries and is currently a researcher in Smart Agriculture. She supports implementation of climate change related initiatives.

Ikram Ouairem

Project Officer, Pilotage par l'impact

Ikram supports project implementation and impact-based steering, helping teams translate evidence and field learning into adaptive project decisions.

Fatima Kazmou

Admin Assistant

Fatima provides administrative and financial support for all projects, ensuring smooth operations and proper documentation.

Izza EL Majddoubi

Admin and Operational Assistant

Izza holds a bachelor's degree in management. She provides administrative and financial support for all projects, contributing to the efficient management of AIDECA's operations.