The Moroccan Centre for Enterprises and Skills (CMEC) organised an information and outreach event on “Self-Employment and Support for Small Businesses” on Saturday, 17 June 2023, at 3:30 p.m., at the Aïn Aouda Centre Youth House. The event was held in partnership with the Youth House management and its Council Association.
The initiative aimed to raise awareness of self-employment opportunities, introduce available support mechanisms for small businesses, and provide young people and aspiring entrepreneurs with practical information on programmes designed to encourage business creation and sustainable economic activity.
Opening the event, REDA ORCHI, President of CMEC, welcomed participants and expressed his appreciation for their interest in entrepreneurship and professional development. He highlighted the Centre’s role in strengthening cooperation between businesses, skilled professionals, young people, and public and private institutions. Such collaboration, he explained, is essential to making better use of available skills and resources, encouraging investment, and supporting employment creation and economic development.
As part of the programme, Mourad El Mansouri delivered a presentation outlining key government initiatives and public support schemes intended to promote self-employment and assist small businesses. He addressed available funding opportunities, advisory services, and eligibility requirements, emphasising the importance of selecting support programmes that reflect the specific needs and development potential of each project. He also encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs to explore these opportunities and use them to turn viable business ideas into sustainable activities.
Kamal Hicham, Secretary-General of CMEC, outlined the Centre’s commitment to developing practical initiatives that respond to the needs of businesses and skilled individuals, with particular attention to young people and women. He stressed the importance of aligning professional qualifications with economic and social needs to improve access to employment and encourage entrepreneurial initiative. He also reaffirmed the Centre’s willingness to welcome new members and provide guidance, advice, and support to those seeking assistance with their professional or entrepreneurial ambitions.
The event provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on the challenges facing aspiring entrepreneurs and to explore ways of addressing them. Discussions also highlighted the potential of self-employment to strengthen economic inclusion, develop individual capabilities, and create productive business opportunities.
This initiative forms part of CMEC’s broader efforts to foster an entrepreneurial culture, promote skills development, and strengthen cooperation with local stakeholders. Through these activities, the Centre seeks to contribute to inclusive local economic development and expand opportunities for young people, women, and emerging entrepreneurs.
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