فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
In line with efforts to preserve traditional crafts that are at risk of disappearing, “Fes News” learned from an informed source that the third meeting of the steering committee for the “Moroccan Craft Treasures” program was held yesterday in the city of Fes. The meeting was attended by prominent officials, including Mr. Hassan Saadi, the Secretary of State for Handicrafts, Social Economy, and Solidarity, along with representatives from UNESCO and various partners and stakeholders in the sector.
This meeting was dedicated to the official launch of the third edition of the program, which aims to preserve traditional crafts at risk of extinction and enhance mechanisms for transferring artisanal knowledge to new generations, ensuring the sustainability of this national cultural heritage. This follows the success of the program’s previous two editions, where it established an effective methodology for passing on artisanal skills and ensuring their continuity across generations.
According to the same source, Mr. Hassan Saadi, the Secretary of State for Handicrafts, Social Economy, and Solidarity, confirmed during the meeting that the program has succeeded in identifying 17 traditional artisans who are considered guardians of Moroccan craftsmanship. He highlighted that they have trained more than 150 young people in various crafts facing the risk of extinction. He added that this initiative is not just a temporary project but part of a comprehensive strategic vision aimed at ensuring the continuity of traditional crafts by empowering young people to acquire the necessary skills and enhancing their role in the social and solidarity economy.
The Secretary of State also explained that the partnership with UNESCO has enabled the creation of a comprehensive program to preserve the knowledge linked to traditional crafts. The project covers 32 heritage crafts, which are included in a plan based on transferring skills from experienced artisans to trainees, thus contributing to revitalizing these professions and ensuring their continuation for future generations.
In this context, Eric Falt, the Regional Director of the UNESCO Office for the Maghreb, stated that this project is one of the unique initiatives globally in the field of preserving artisanal heritage. He praised the Moroccan government’s efforts in innovating this initiative, which reflects a successful model of partnership between the state and international organizations in protecting cultural heritage.
Information obtained by “Fes News” indicates that the second edition of the program saw ten traditional artisans awarded the title of “Moroccan Craft Treasure,” and they were entrusted with training 100 trainees in various craft fields. This marked an important step toward restoring the dignity of these professions and ensuring their transmission across generations.
source : fesnews media
