What does this research mean for the field?

Youth-led initiatives in Morocco significantly contribute to the revitalization of traditional art forms and cultural heritage, enhancing community cohesion and economic development. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.SUPPORTS_CONSENSUS.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This research examines how Moroccan youth engage with arts and humanities to promote cultural heritage and identity.

February 22, 2026Open Access

Youth Agency in Arts and Humanities: An Action Research Study from Morocco's African Perspective

Puntos clave

This research examines how Moroccan youth engage with arts and humanities to promote cultural heritage and identity.
Utilized ethnographic approach
Conducted participant observation
Performed interviews with youth
Administered surveys on engagement
Youth initiatives revitalized traditional arts like Gnawa music and Berber pottery
Projects enhanced community cohesion and economic development in rural areas
Fostered intergenerational dialogue on cultural heritage
Supported initiatives showed improvements in cultural expressions and identity

Resumen

Youth in Morocco play a significant role in arts and humanities, reflecting Africa's rich cultural heritage. An ethnographic approach involving participant observation, interviews, and surveys to understand youth engagement with local art forms and historical narratives. Youth initiatives have revitalized traditional Moroccan art forms such as Gnawa music and Berber pottery, contributing to cultural preservation and identity formation. Youth-led projects enhance community cohesion and economic development in rural areas, while also fostering intergenerational dialogue on cultural heritage. Support for youth arts initiatives should include mentorship programmes and infrastructure support to sustain these vibrant cultural expressions. Morocco, Youth Engagement, Cultural Revitalization, Arts and Humanities

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Mahjoub et al. (Tue,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699a9e2d482488d673cd4b93 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18717964

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