Lugano – The House of Poetry in Marrakech will host a new event titled “Women’s Voices” on March 7 at 9:30 p.m., in celebration of International Women’s Day.

The occasion, which will take place at the Daoudiate Cultural Centre in Morocco, aims to highlight the creative contributions of Moroccan women poets and artists while celebrating the country’s linguistic and cultural diversity.

The evening will bring together several Moroccan women poets representing the country’s rich literary traditions.

The gathering forms part of the eighth edition of the Ramadan Poetry Nights program, which serves as a cultural meeting space for poetry enthusiasts and readers interested in literary expression.

The ‘Women’s Voices’ program

The evening’s program will begin with an exhibition by visual artist Zakia Al Aqeb, showcasing artworks inspired by Moroccan heritage and produced using traditional embroidery techniques.

Through these works, the Al Aqeb explores cultural symbols and crafts while presenting them through a contemporary artistic perspective.

The event will also feature poetry readings by several Moroccan poets. 

Among them Fatima El Fayez a poet, researcher, and lecturer at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Ibnou Zohr University in Agadir, Hafida El Farsi poet and media professional is known for her contributions to contemporary Moroccan poetry, Batoul Mahjoubi, who is recognized for her work in classical Arabic verse, Latifa Athar Rahmat Allah, known for her contributions to traditional Arabic poetic forms, and Mariam Atouif, a Hassani poet, represents emerging voices in Saharan literature.

The participants represent diverse voices within Moroccan poetry, ranging from academic research and contemporary poetry to Hassani literary traditions and classical Arabic verse, highlighting the richness of the country’s poetic landscape.

A global day celebrating women’s achievements

International Women’s Day, celebrated each year on March 8, recognizes the achievements and contributions of women across society, culture, politics, and the economy. 

The day also encourages continued progress toward greater gender equality worldwide.

Its roots go back to the early 20th-century women’s rights movement, when activists began organizing for better working conditions, voting rights, and equal opportunities.

International Women’s Day is celebrated around the world through events, cultural programs, campaigns, and community discussions that highlight women’s accomplishments and inspire positive change.