Safe Mit – YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SOCIETY

Project Overview

The SAFE MIT project is an educational and awareness-raising initiative designed to raise awareness around the topic of irregular migration and provide safe alternatives among young people in Morocco.

In a context where many youths face limited opportunities, misinformation, and uncertainty about their future, irregular migration has become an increasingly pressing challenge. This project responds by empowering young people with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and realistic alternatives, enabling them to make informed decisions about their futures.

Aligned with Morocco’s national strategy and inspired by the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI—emphasizing a humane, rights-based, and development-oriented approach to migration—the project places youth at the center of sustainable change.

Context and Rationale

Irregular migration remains a growing concern, particularly among young people aged 13 to 18. Driven by factors such as lack of opportunities, social pressure, and misleading

information, many youths are vulnerable to risky migration pathways.

Morocco’s geographical position makes it both a transit and origin country, increasing the urgency of preventive, inclusive, and sustainable solutions. Addressing this challenge requires investing in education, awareness, and youth empowerment as long-term solutions.

Project Objectives

Raise awareness among young people about the risks of irregular migration
Strengthen critical thinking and decision-making mechanisms
Promote safe alternatives and local opportunities
Combat misinformation related to migration
Empower educators to lead impactful awareness sessions

Implementation & Partnerships

The project is funded by the EU, Contracted by ICMPD, and Implemented by Seefar and the Youth Empowerment Society (YES). In addition to Morocco, the project is being implemented in Senegal, Nigeria and Kenya.

The project is carried out in collaboration with local stakeholders in the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region, including:

The Regional Academy of Education and Training (AREF)
Provincial Directorates
Educational institutions (middle and high schools)
Teachers and school staff

Key Activities

Training & Capacity Building

Training of teachers andschool staff
Delivery of interactive awareness sessions in schools reaching over 7,000 students
Distribution ofpedagogical toolkits (guides, escape game, and digital resources)

School-Based Engagement

Organization of awareness sessions in schools, facilitated by Educational Outreach Officers and teachers
Continuous support and follow-up for educators and school staff

Digital Awareness Campaigns: Dissemination of awareness raising content on social media platforms.
Monitoring & Field Visits

Regular school visits to assess impact
Ongoing support to teachers and facilitators

Our Educational Approach

The project places education at the heart of its intervention by:

Empowering teachers as key change agents
Promoting participatory and interactive learning methods
Encouraging self-awareness, critical thinking, and dialogue among students
Ensuring continuity through long-term engagement with schools

The ultimate goal is to create a sustainable model where educators continue delivering these sessions independently beyond the project’s duration.

Digital Innovation & Outreach

A dedicated digital strategy supports the project by:

Creating engaging and youth-friendly content
Leveraging social media for wider outreach
Developing an online platform to host educational resources and awareness materials

Impact & Vision

Through a holistic and participatory approach, the project aims to build a generation of informed, empowered, and resilient young people who believe in their potential and contribute positively to their communities.

The vision is to reduce the number of young people driven by uncertainty and increase those who choose to build their future within their own communities.