Building Lasting
Change
Together
A non-profit local development association dedicated to empowering individuals, nurturing communities, and fostering active citizenship across the Khouribga region.
A Community
Built on Purpose
Founded in 2014, Saada Association for Development is a non-profit organisation based in Khouribga, Morocco. We exist to develop individuals' personal and creative capacities, and to instil the values of volunteering and citizenship — so that every person can become an active, empowered member of society.
We work across social, environmental, cultural, and educational domains, running innovative programs that serve children, women, youth, and families throughout the Khouribga province.
Mission & Vision
Two guiding principles that shape everything we do — from our daily workshops to our long-term community development strategy.
Our Mission
To develop individuals' personal and creative abilities and instil in them the values of volunteering and citizenship, so that every member of our community becomes an active contributor to society. We empower people through education, culture, and social engagement — creating lasting, meaningful change that ripples outward from Khouribga.
Our Vision
A society where happiness is created through giving — where civic responsibility, creativity, and solidarity are the foundation of every community. We envision a Khouribga where every individual, regardless of background, has access to the opportunities, skills, and support they need to thrive and contribute.
Our Program Areas
Six interconnected domains where Saada creates tangible, lasting impact for the people of Khouribga.
Education & Training
Language workshops (Arabic, French, English), reading clubs, calligraphy art, digital design, robotics, programming, and professional skill-building sessions at our headquarters.
Children & Youth
Summer camps for 80+ children annually, children's rights advocacy, sports programs that build bridges and break barriers, and recreational green-space development across Khouribga.
Women Empowerment
Sewing, crochet, digital embroidery, and handicraft workshops that build vocational skills, foster economic independence, and celebrate Moroccan women's creativity and artistry.
Culture & Arts
Calligraphy art beautification of preschool centers, cultural visits, artistic expression workshops, and active participation in regional cultural events and civil society conferences.
Environment
Green-space creation and children's playground development, environmental education programs, clean-up campaigns, and sustainable community development initiatives across the province.
Social & Disability Inclusion
Advocacy for disability rights, socio-economic empowerment programs, partnerships with national institutions (CNSS, ANAPEC, INDH), and community solidarity campaigns for vulnerable populations.
Our Work in Action
A snapshot of recent programs, events, and milestones that reflect our commitment to community development.
First Regional Conference on Public Family Policy
At the invitation of the Ministry of Solidarity, Saada represented civil society at the First Regional Conference on Public Family Policy — advocating for children's rights and social protection across the Béni Mellal-Khénifra region.
Green Space & Children's Playground
Designed and equipped a public green space with a children's playground, creating a safe and stimulating recreational environment for families in Khouribga's Quartier SAADA.
Robotics & Programming Workshops
Launched robotics and programming workshops for youth as part of the association's commitment to digital literacy and future-ready skills in underserved communities.
Sport: Building Bridges & Breaking Barriers
On International Day of Sport, Saada organised a special sporting event celebrating inclusion and equality — bringing together youth with and without disabilities to share in physical activity and community spirit.
Summer Camp in Lixus — 80 Children
In partnership with two other associations, Saada organised a 10-day summer camp for 80 children from Khouribga, Hattan, Lamfassis, and Boujaad — featuring sports, arts, cultural visits, and swimming.
Strengthening Civil Society Partnerships
Saada's president participated in a high-level forum on the role of partnerships in civil society, representing the association's model of collaborative, community-driven development.
Ten Years of
Community Change
Since 2014, Saada has been quietly but consistently building a stronger, more empowered Khouribga — one program, one family, one child at a time.
See the Impact
We Create
Watch this short film to understand why Saada exists, who we serve, and what drives our volunteers and team to show up every single day for the communities of Khouribga.
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Be Part of
Something Bigger
Whether you want to volunteer your time, support our programs, or simply spread the word — there is a place for you in the Saada family. Happiness doesn't result from what we get, but from what we give.