The role of social and solidarity economy organizations in promoting social justice in Morocco: The case of cooperatives in the Al Haouz province

Résumé

prevalent social phenomena such as poverty, vulnerability, exclusion, migration, etc. Accordingly, Morocco has implemented various approaches and initiatives to support this vital sector, including facilitating the establishment, provision of resources, and oversight of numerous cooperatives to ensure sustainability.

This article attempts to answer the following issue: Can cooperatives contribute to the establishment of principles of social justice in the Al Haouz province? We will conduct a study based on a mixed methodology (qualitative and quantitative), including observation, interviews, and document analysis. The study argues that cooperatives in Haouz have promoted social justice by facilitating economic empowerment, social inclusion, and sustainable development. However, the study also reveals several constraints faced by cooperatives in Haouz, such as distance from the local market and a lack of financial resources, which limit their competitiveness and investment potential, as well as issues related to local marketing and product commercialization.