ABURY Foundation

Every Sunday, our ABURY Teenage Girls Club gathers to empower young women beyond the classroom. Through skill-building, open discussions, and supportive connections, these girls gain the confidence and tools they need to grow. Here’s what Khalila, one of our club's first members, has to say about her journey with us. 💬💪 #youthempowerment #girlssupportinggirls #empowerher #femaleempowerment #morocco

Moments from Morocco 🇲🇦 Last week, Petra and Andrea traveled to Morocco for a meaningful trip, reconnecting with the Douar Anzal community at the Village Festival of Hope for Rain and strengthening our network in Marrakech for the ABURY Hospitality Academy. Together with industry experts, we challenged and refined our Academy concept, receiving enthusiastic support and gaining valuable new partners. Stay tuned for updates on our projects and keep an eye out for some exciting new products coming to our shop soon! ✨ #morocco #marrakech #socialimpact #atlasmountains #womenempowerment

Africa’s women: A powerful force for change 🌍 A recent study by Roland Berger reveals the incredible potential of African women as catalysts for economic growth, innovation, and social progress across the continent. Despite facing significant barriers such as limited access to education, land ownership, and financial resources, women in Africa are stepping up and driving change in remarkable ways. Did you know that women are responsible for nearly 80% of food production in Africa, yet they only have access to 15% of the land? This paradox highlights both the challenges and the untapped potential of African women. Through entrepreneurship and community-building, they are not only creating jobs for themselves but also uplifting entire communities. The study emphasizes that empowering women is key to achieving sustainable development in Africa. Initiatives that support female entrepreneurs can lead to transformative impacts, enabling women to establish high-tech startups and drive innovation. Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on how we can further empower women in Africa. Let’s advocate for change together! ✊✨ #empowerwomen #africanwomen #femaleentrepreneurship #womenempowerment #womeninbusiness

This week, Petra and Andrea are taking us along on their trip to Morocco. 🇲🇦 Here’s a peek at what they've been up to so far: 1. Connecting with the boys from the ABURY Teenage Boys Club and catching up with our teachers 2. A hands-on cooking session with the community in the village 🍲 3. Taking in the stunning view over Marrakech’s medina 4. Unpacking new supplies for our school in Douar Anzal 📚 5. Inspiring visit to the Youth Development Center in Marrakesh 6. Stopping by to greet the girls in our ABURY Teenage Girls Club classroom 7. Enjoying Morocco’s favorite pastime: tea time! ☕ 8. Exploring classrooms at the Maison des Jeunes as potential new spaces for our work 9. The breathtaking Atlas Mountains as the perfect backdrop 🏔️ As always, every visit to our second home Morocco brings fresh inspiration and new visions. Stay tuned for what’s coming next! ✨ #morocco #moroccoadventures #travelwithpurpose #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #femaleleaders

📣 The ABURY Foundation is looking for a Riad to rent in Marrakesh! 📣 For our upcoming ABURY Hospitality Academy, we are searching for a simple yet charming Riad to rent in the heart of Marrakesh’s old town. This space will help us provide practical experience to the young women in our hospitality program, alongside their theoretical training. Do you know of any hidden gems? Maybe a Riad that has been a little forgotten by its owner and could use a bit of a refresh? We’d love to bring it back to life! If you have any tips or recommendations, please reach out! 📩 Message us or send an email to andrea@abury.org. #marrakesh #riad #riadrental #riadmarrakech #rental

In Morocco, only 23% of working-age women are employed, compared to 66% of men. 🤯 This stark disparity highlights the urgent need to empower women and facilitate their entry into the job market. The tourism sector presents a unique opportunity, especially in hospitality, where roles like cooking and cleaning are viewed as extensions of traditional household duties, making them more culturally acceptable. That's why we're launching the ABURY Hospitality Academy in Marrakesh! 🌟 This 6 to 12-month program will equip women with top-tier training in hospitality management, empowering them to gain economic independence and thrive in their careers. 💪✨Stay tuned for more updates coming soon! #womenempowerment #genderequality #morocco #femalempowerment #marrakesh #economicindependence

We often talk about why female empowerment means so much to us, but today we’re passing the mic to members of our community. We asked them to share why empowering women is so important and what it means in their lives 🌍. Empowerment is a movement, and we’re inviting you to be a part of it! 💪✨ Ready to make an impact? Join our Circle of Friends and help drive the change. Tap the link in our bio to learn more and get involved! #femalempowerment #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #empowerher

At ABURY, we believe that every stich tells a story. In our case a story of hands that are respected, empowered, and paid fairly for their craft. 🤲✨ Our ethically handmade creations are deeply rooted in tradition, culture, and sustainability. By choosing Fairtrade, you honor the artisans, their journey, and our planet. Together, we create a world where beauty and fairness walk hand in hand. 💛 Our cozy wool accessories, made by Ecuadorian women from soft Alpaca wool, are disappearing fast! Don’t miss out – grab yours before the sale ends in October! 📸 Franziska Uhlmann #ethicalfashion #handmadewithlove #fairtradefashion #sustainablestyle

Have You Ever Heard of the Moudawana? 🤔 The Moudawana is Morocco’s family code, covering laws on marriage, divorce, polygamy, inheritance, and child custody. Why Is This Relevant? Despite a 2004 reform aimed at improving women's rights, the Moudawana still permits child marriage and discriminates against children born out of wedlock, leaving many widows, divorced, or single mothers economically vulnerable. In 2022, King Mohammed VI announced a new reform to align the law with Morocco’s progressive 2011 constitution, and a commission has been drafting proposals since 2023. ⚖️ What’s Happening Now? The reform is the subject of intense debate, with feminist groups and progressive parties pushing for the abolition of child marriage, an end to polygamy, equal divorce rights, and changes to biased inheritance laws. They also advocate for secular laws, while conservative groups resist these changes, emphasizing the ongoing struggle between tradition and progress. What Lies Ahead? It remains uncertain how King Mohammed VI's proposed reforms will be received by the public—will they be a significant step forward or fall short of expectations? Ultimately, the ongoing debate reflects Morocco's commitment to social advancement, and ABURY is committed to fulfilling our role in that journey! 🙌 #moudwana #morocco #womensrights #genderequality #feminism #legalreform

On this International Day of the Girl, we’re sharing 5 key facts about women in Morocco that reveal how young girls remain one of the most vulnerable groups in society. 👭 Established by the UN, this day raises global awareness of the challenges girls face and advocates for their empowerment and rights. While progress is being made, there’s still a long way to go. It’s crucial that we continue to advocate for change, ensuring that every girl—no matter where she’s from—has the opportunity to reach her full potential. Let’s keep pushing for a brighter, more equitable future! 💪✨ #DayoftheGirl #FemaleEmpowerment #EqualityforAll