Supporting the Social Reintegration of Young Returnees
Youth & Community Development | Beni Mellal-Khenifra, Morocco
The Challenge
Young people returning to Morocco can face complex challenges as they reintegrate into their families, schools, communities, and broader social environments.
A local nonprofit organization in the Beni Mellal-Khenifra region sought to better understand the experiences and needs of young returnees and strengthen its approach to supporting their social reintegration.
Saham's Role
Saham Consulting worked with the organization on a completed initiative focused on the social reintegration of young Moroccan returnees aged 13–18.
The engagement combined assessment, stakeholder engagement, training, evaluation, and program redesign recommendations.
Our Approach
Saham used a combination of qualitative research, community engagement, professional training, and program evaluation. Activities included:
- Individual interviews
- Focus groups
- Evaluation of existing approaches
- Training and knowledge sharing
- Identification of program strengths and gaps
- Development of program redesign recommendations
- A stakeholder workshop to discuss findings and recommendations
The approach placed particular emphasis on young people's experiences, local knowledge, community context, and culturally responsive practice.
Deliverables
Assessment Report
A structured assessment of the organization's existing approach and relevant needs.
Program Recommendations
Practical recommendations for strengthening and redesigning program approaches.
Training
Knowledge-sharing and capacity-building activities.
Stakeholder Workshop
A facilitated opportunity to discuss findings and recommendations.
Impact
The engagement gave the organization a clearer understanding of the needs and experiences of young returnees and provided practical recommendations for strengthening its programs and services.
The project demonstrates Saham's ability to combine research, evaluation, community engagement, training, and program design to address complex social challenges.
At a Glance
- Ages 13–18
- Beni Mellal-Khenifra
- Interviews & focus groups
- Training + evaluation
- Report + redesign recommendations
Focus: Youth | Migration | Social Inclusion | Program Evaluation | Community Development | Program Design