Moroccan Cooperatives: Exploring Development and Organizational Discourses
Houda LAHBOUCHI || Mohammed ADLI || Ilyas CHICAR
Volume 12, Issue 6 2024
Abstract:
Moroccan cooperatives have emerged as critical vehicles for socio-economic development, driven
by the country's New Development Model (NDM) and National Sustainable Development Strategy (NSDS). These
developmental discourses emphasize inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation, influencing how cooperatives
function and evolve. This paper investigates the interplay between external developmental narratives and the
organizational cultures of Moroccan cooperatives, highlighting the way these entities adapt and internalize policies
to align with national goals. By analysing the mechanisms through, which discourses shape culture and vice versa,
the article provides insights into the transformative potential of cooperatives as mediators between policy
frameworks and grassroots realities. The study concludes with policy recommendations and identifies areas for
further research to enhance the role of cooperatives in fostering sustainable development.
