missions and values
About
Since 2014
Founded in February 2014, the Youth Policy Center (previously the Moroccan Organisation for Young Decision-makers) is a think and do tank that aims to empower youth both economically and politically, while inculcating the values of dialogue and civic engagement in the process.
With more than 26,000 beneficiaries and followers, the members of the YPC work in productive partnerships with Moroccan institutions, European and African NGOs, as well as the Danish Youth Council and the U.S. Department of State (Fellowship programs). The Center is also duly registered at the European Commission.
Strategy-oriented
Diversified action for a strong impact
According to article 4 of its bylaws, the YPC aims to:
Strengthen the presence of young people in influent political decision positions
Publish multidisciplinary research and recommend public policies to decision-makers
Develop youth’s decision-making and strategy skills
Improve the employability and capacities of young people in various fields of interest
Lire la vidéo
For each of these objectives a number of programs are shaped, and we directly involve youth that
demonstrate motivation and discipline in the implementation process.
Values-based Leadership
Our Principles
In our youth-empowering action, we operate under the following principles:
- Democracy
- Intercultural dialogue and openness
- Equality of chances in the face of all forms of discrimination
- Gender equality
- Countries’ territorial integrity
- Human rights
- Sustainability
I have been part of this partnership for six years. And what a journey it has been so far! We have worked on empowering youth, encouraging civic engagement, enabling social entrepreneurship, ensuring gender equality as well as cultural exchange. All projects are created on pillars of constructive dialogue and democratic commitment. Throughout the years, friendships have flourished and Morocco has become my second home.
Anne-Sophie Lyskjær Noer
Youth Delegate at the United Nations
Head of the VU-Morocco group
Youth Delegate at the United Nations
Head of the VU-Morocco group
Reflect
Because we first and foremost produce thoughts and ideas. We also promote analytical thinking among youth.
Act
We take action in order to empower youth, through large-scale campaigns, trainings, advocacy and direct interventions to improve youth’s economic prospects.
Inspire
Through our action, we also aim to lead by giving the example. We share the elements of our successes with any NGOs and individuals striving with good will to empower youth and promote the values of dialogue, inclusion and tolerance.