Mimouna Association


The Mimouna Association is a Moroccan non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Moroccan Jewish heritage and culture.

History

The Mimouna Association started as a student-run club at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane. It was originally known as the Mimouna Club.
In August 2012, the student club became an officially incorporated nonprofit organization with the name "Association Mimouna".

Mission

The Mimouna Association is often cited as the leading entity in Morocco fighting antisemitism and strengthening ties between Muslims and Jews. Mimouna "has worked to educate young Moroccans about the Kingdom's rich Jewish history".
"a coalition of Muslim students who have taken on the task of highlighting the deep Jewish roots woven into Moroccan culture."

Activities

Thanks to his work with the Mimouna Association, founder and president, ElMehdi Boudra was listed among the "top 100 People Positively Influencing Jewish Life" on Algemeiner ‘J100’ 2018 listing.