Al Jisr Association for Communication and Educational Cooperation is a leading not-for-profit Moroccan organization that was founded in 2014 with the aim of contributing to the educational, social, economic, sports and tourism development of the region.
Al Jisr is dedicated to promoting intercultural understanding and strengthening the principle of cooperation to be a helping hand and an appropriate environment to serve the community by spreading the culture of volunteering among young people around the world, through its various programmes and activities.
"Do you want to live happily? Travel with two bags, one to give, the other to receive"
— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
The professional approach adopted by the Al-Jisr Association is based on the belief that international experiences can have a transformative effect on individuals.
We've developed relationships with reputable sending and host organisations to offer diverse programs that meet the unique interests and objectives of volunteers.
Our volunteers contribute to implementing environmental projects in educational establishments and institutions working towards sustainable development.
We design programs that provide volunteers with practical skills and a better understanding of Morocco's ancestral culture through immersive experiences.
The Al-Jisr Association team is composed of professionals who have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that volunteers may face when participating in our programs and activities.
Not only are they highly qualified, but they also demonstrate empathy and understanding, and are aware of the importance of providing personalized support to each volunteer.
Construction of a multidisciplinary room at the Maggamane socio-educational centre (second step)
Construction of a multidisciplinary room at the Maggamane socio-educational centre (first step)
Renovating infrastructure at the Maggamane socio-educational centre.
Receipt of school supplies for pupils at Maggamane school as part of the British Foundation for Schools' COVID-19 aid programme.
Manufacture and installation of bicycle parking racks at Mohamed 5 high school.
Attawhid school
Renovation of the Attawhid school infrastructure.
Renovations and decorations at Maggamane primary school, Second step
Renovations and decorations at Anwal primary school
Renovations and decorations at Maggamane primary school, First step
The mission of the Al-Jisr Association for Communication and Educational Cooperation is to promote international volunteering in support of sustainable development, education, and solidarity. It achieves this by encouraging international cooperation programmes to contribute to and participate in its various activities, which primarily serve the educational and environmental fields.
Our goal is to contribute to the achievement of sustainable development goals and the improvement of citizens' quality of life, as well as to welcome volunteers and integrate them into our work teams. We strive to organise educational and environmental projects in line with the association's philosophy, through partnerships and cooperation with international governmental and non-governmental organisations, in coordination with the relevant Moroccan authorities.
We are committed to contributing to the achievement of high-quality sustainable development for government agencies, associations and various organisations, while strictly adhering to the proposed objectives.
Actively participate in the development of volunteering and social work by setting goals, choosing the appropriate field, committing to work, communicating effectively, and cooperating with others.
Encourage and promote volunteering in all its forms in several ways, including: encouraging young people to participate in volunteering experiences, raising community awareness of the importance of volunteering, coordinating efforts with institutions and volunteer organisations, honouring volunteers and recognising their efforts, and highlighting the importance of volunteering in skills development and opportunity creation.
Promote non-formal education and contribute to poverty reduction through educational and social programmes.
Preserve the environment through concrete environmental protection measures.
Raise awareness among young people and involve them in solidarity and community development projects.
Promote participation and awareness of active citizenship among young people.
Highlight the richness of Morocco's environmental and cultural heritage.
Pay particular attention to the reality of poverty suffered by many inhabitants of the region, while seeking to establish links between different cultures around the world.
What our clients say about their experience