How are women treated in Morocco?
From the city of Marrakech, where almost anything goes, to the Saharan village where Moroccan women dress in black from head to toe and one eye showing, Morocco is a country of many contrasts. Foreign women can travel freely and it is quite safe, but you will always attract attention everywhere, most often to sell you something, or offer a “service” (especially in the big cities, take that offer as you may!). As Muslims, men should not touch a woman he doesn’t know. If a foreign women wants respect, she should not tolerate his long handshake or his lingering hand on her arm or anywhere else. In contrast, on public transport the elderly and mothers are offered seats by young men, and respect is the norm. Dress conservatively, and you can demand respect. Foreigners are treated with the duality of wonderful hospitality or as a chance for financial gain. The invitation to visit and have tea, or dine with a family is a treat and a memorable experience. But measure invitations with obligatio
From the city of Marrakech, where almost anything goes, to the Saharan village where Moroccan women dress in black from head to toe and one eye showing, Morocco is a country of many contrasts. Foreign women can travel freely and it is quite safe, but you will always attract attention everywhere, most often to sell you something, or offer a “service” (especially in the big cities, take that offer as you may!). As Muslims, men should not touch a woman he doesn’t know. If a foreign women wants respect, she should not tolerate his long handshake or his lingering hand on her arm or anywhere else. In contrast, on public transport the elderly and mothers are offered seats by young men, and respect is the norm. Dress conservatively to gain respect. Foreigners are treated with the duality of wonderful hospitality or as a chance for financial gain. The invitation to visit and have tea, or dine with a family is a treat and a memorable experience. But measure invitations with obligation! Tradition
Related Questions
- After the reforms that Morocco has undergone over the past two decades, how do you view the evolution of the status of women in terms of their participation in the workplace, in the economy, in politics, and the family?
- How is the increased role of young women affecting the Arab world and Morocco in particular?
- How are women treated in Morocco?
