Deeply concerned by the grave loss of life from an Israeli airstrike in Rafah on Sunday. Too many innocent civilians are sheltering in Rafah, in makeshift tents or out in the open. Israel must do more to protect civilians.

The U.S. pledged nearly $593M in humanitarian aid to help people affected by the ongoing Syria crisis, including >$23M from USAID. Over 13 years of conflict has left 7 in 10 people in need of emergency aid, and this support is as critical as ever. WATCH: usaid.gov/news-informati…

Meet Rabii Ouhiba, the person behind Recyglass, a company in Bousalem, Jendouba that manages waste. Rabii's project is the first of its kind to #recycle glass in this part of #Tunisia . #wastemanagement

On Memorial Day, I join Americans as we reflect on the meaning of this day and honor the brave service members who selflessly sacrificed so much in service to this country.

The U.S.-Moroccan friendship dates back not just decades, but centuries. Grateful for the efforts by the staff at U.S. Embassy Morocco to advance this deep and enduring partnership between our countries.

Had a productive conversation this week with 🇲🇦Foreign Minister Bourita about USAID's local partnerships in Morocco & working together on development challenges in Africa. We also discussed efforts by the US, Morocco, & others to address the horrific humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

How the power of sport can open doors on and off the field ⚽️

While in 🇲🇦, Samantha Power heard from young civil society innovators about challenges in their communities&their innovative solutions for more transparent, accountable,& #OpenGov . USAID is committed to supporting them to amplify the voices of women, youth, &persons w/ disabilities

This week, Samantha Power hit the soccer pitch w/ energetic young players from the Rabat Jeunesse initiative! USAID is proud to support the vibrant youth of 🇲🇦 alongside local government & civil society partners, enhancing their resilience through dynamic activities like sports. ⚽️

Founded by Syrians in response to the crisis in 2011, منظمة شفق Shafak Organization focuses on addressing urgent needs and building civil society. With their and USAID support, women’s participation in local value chains provides a new source of income for their families. 📷: Saleem Algerk

This week, Samantha Power hit the soccer pitch w/ energetic young players from the Rabat Jeunesse initiative! USAID is proud to support the vibrant youth of 🇲🇦 alongside local government & civil society partners, enhancing their resilience through dynamic activities like sports. ⚽️

في إطار زيارتها إلى المغرب، شهدت مديرة الوكالة الأمريكية للتنمية الدولية، سامانثا باور، توقيع مذكرة تفاهم بين الوكالة الأمريكية للتنمية الدولية والرابطة المحمدية للعلماء والمنظمة الدولية للهجرة، بهدف تعزيز التنمية الإيجابية للشباب من خلال برنامج فرصتي بلاس، الذي يُعد النسخة

500+ MT of humanitarian aid arrived in Gaza via the maritime corridor in the last week. Distribution is ongoing with more on the way.

But the total aid arriving remains woefully insufficient, as trucks entering at all crossings are meeting only ⅓ of the daily minimum needed.

.Samantha Power witnessed the signing of an MOU between USAID, Rabita Mohammedia League of Scholars, and IOM - UN Migration 🇺🇳 to foster positive youth development through the FORSATY Plus program, the next iteration of the successful FORSATY initiative.

🇲🇦 Samantha Power a annoncé le lancement d'un Programme de résilience des coopératives, une nouvelle initiative qui fournira des formations, du coaching et des financements climatiques aux coopératives et aux entrepreneurs ruraux vulnérables au Maroc. ➡️ usaid.gov/fr/morocco/pre…

On her UM6P - Mohammed VI Polytechnic University visit, USAID Administrator Power had the pleasure to meet Houyame and Oumnia–two leading young climate activists–to learn about their efforts to advance climate action in #Morocco .🇲🇦🌱🌍

In 2011, I was privileged to support then-President Barack Obama as he launched @OpenGovPart.

This week, I heard from young civil society innovators about how, in Morocco, OGP gives them a framework to help build support for a more transparent, accountable, and open government.

⚽ Football is a mighty force in Morocco – uniting communities, inspiring youth, and serving as a powerful source of national pride.

Inspired (and winded!) by the Moroccan youth who joined me for a 'friendly' football match.

M. Nasser Bourita a reçu, aujourd’hui à Rabat, l’Administratrice de l'Agence des États-Unis pour le Développement International (USAID), Mme Samantha Power.
Samantha Power
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Here’s how USAID is supporting Morocco in developing solutions for climate-related challenges: