The theme of “Continuity and Change in the Mediterranean: Migration Shifts” highlights the evolving dynamics of a region shaped by its rich history and diverse cultures. The conference will be held at King Abdul-Aziz Al Saoud Foundation in Casablanca (Morocco) in collaboration with Arizona State University, Emory University, and other partner institutions.
100+
Attendees
2
Days
10+
Countries
7
SESSIONS
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Agenda
Sunday, June 1
OPENING REMARKS
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome Addresses:
• Mohamed El Ferrane (Deputy Director, Al Saoud Foundation)
• Chouki El Hamel (Arizona State University)
• Sam Cherribi (Emory University)
4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Special Session: In Conversation Focus on Education• Dr. Barbara Krauthamer (Emory University)• Nezha Alaoui (CEO, Women Choice; Global Advocate for Women’s Empowerment; Lecturer, Emory University)• Dr. Saima Rana (Deputy CEO, GEMS Education; CEO and Principal, GEMS World Academy – Dubai)
Empowering WomeN
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Global Civil Rights and Women CHOICE Acknowledgments
• Dr. Babs Onabanjo (A.D. King Foundation)
• Nezha Alaoui (CEO, Women CHOICE)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Reception and Dinner offered by Women CHOICE
Monday, June 2
Morning Panels
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Panel 1: Migration, Borders, and Identity
Panel Format:
• 20-minute presentations followed by 10 minutes of discussion
Moderator:
• Dr. Rogaia Mustafa Abusharaf (Georgetown University in Qatar)
Panelists:
• Dr. Hassan Ould Moctar (SOAS)
• Dr. Mark I. Choate (Brigham Young University)
• Dr. Sophie Bava (IRD)
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Coffee Break
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Panel 2: Religion, Education, and the Dynamics of MigrationModerator:• Dr. Chouki El Hamel (Arizona State University)Panelists:• Dr. Mhani Alaoui (Université Hassan II, Casablanca)• Assia Rachak (Université Hassan II, Casablanca)• Dr. Chenise Calhoun (Tulane University)
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch Break
Afternoon Panels
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Panel 3: Migration and Cultural Representation
Moderator:
• Dr. Hassan Ould Moctar (SOAS)
Panelists:
• Dr. Alessandra Di Maio (University of Palermo)
• Dr. Hélène Sechehaye (Université Libre de Bruxelles)
• Dr. Heidrun Bohnet (Krems)
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Coffee Break
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing Speaker• Dr. Abram de Swaan (University of Amsterdam)Introduced by Dr. Sam Cherribi
5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
Author Meets Critics: Film Trailer Screening & Book DiscussionFeatured Author & Filmmaker:• Dr. Isabella Alexander-Nathani (Small World Films)Film & Book Discussion:• The Burning: The Untold Story of African Migrants at Europe’s DoorModerator:• Dr. Rogaia Mustafa Abusharaf (Georgetown University in Qatar)
6:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Conference Wrap-Up:
• Dr. Mohamed El Ferrane, Dr. Chouki El Hamel, and Dr. Sam Cherribi
Speakers
Our lineup of esteemed speakers brings a wealth of knowledge and innovative ideas to inspire and drive forward-thinking leadership.
Barbara Krauthamer
Emory University
Hashem Dezhbakhsh
Emory University
Nezha Alaoui
CEO, Women Choice
Abram de Swaan
University of Amsterdam
Rogaia Mustafa Abusharaf
Georgetown University in Qatar
Babs Onabanjo
A.D. King Foundation
Mohamed El Ferrane
Al Saoud Foundation
Chouki El Hamel
Arizona State University
Saima Rana
GEMS World Academy Dubai
Hassan Ould Moctar
SOAS
University of London
Mark I. Choate
Brigham Young University
Mhani Alaoui
Université Hassan II, Casablanca
sophie bava
Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (IRD)
Chenise Calhoun
Tulane University
Alessandra Di Maio
University of Palermo
Hélène Sechehaye
Université Libre de Bruxelles
Heidrun Bohnet
Krems
Isabella Alexander-Nathani
Small World Films
Assia Rachak
Université Hassan II, Casablanca
SAMIR MAHIR
EDI Advisory Board
Gerald L. Durley
Clark Atlanta University
Stan Mullins
Stan Mullins Art Studio
Laton Price
Afrivana
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SAM CHERRIBI
Emory University
