Building a Bridge Across Cultures

We all have stereotypes. That's what Rabat, Morocco-based intercultural educator Farah Cherif D'Ouezzan wants everyone to be aware of.

In this week's episode, Farah shares insights on crossing cultures that she has gained by bringing groups of students and adult learners to Morocco for the past 30 years as the founder of the Center for Cross-Cultural Learning.

Farah’s academic research focuses on religion, gender issues, youth participation, and cross-cultural understanding.

She’s also the author of Speaking from Within, her recently published book that covers all aspects of crossing cultures and is a useful introduction to Morocco.

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Listen to the Episode

What you’ll hear:

Understanding Morocco's tribal origins
Why Rabat is great for women traveling solo
What it was like for Yulia to attend Africa's largest music festival in Rabat
The Rabati connection to Andalusia (like the royal pastilla)
What we can do to prevent the exotification of Morocco

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"We are diverse, and that's a blessing. We see the world from different perspectives, and that's enrichment." – Farah Cherif D'Ouezzan

Building Bridges

Farah's work with the Center for Cross-Cultural Learning has been bridging gaps in knowledge for the past 30 years

Founded by Farah Cherif D'Ouezzan and led by Moroccan academics, the Center for Cross-Cultural Learning organizes learning experiences in Morocco that create space for people to open up to the other, approach a new culture and a new land, and dive into a deeper understanding of who we are.

The center's private library is home to 10,000 books on a wide range of topics like politics, law, and religion, helping CCCL's students examine current Moroccan issues during their stay.

Learn more about CCCL's work on their website.

Check out our interview on YouTube →

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What you can do right now:
• Connect with Farah on LinkedIn
• Follow Farah on Instagram @farahcherifdouezzan
• Listen to this Going Places episode on the privilege to move freely through the world