Mission - Team

FARAOUI Abdeslem & DE MAZIERES Patrice | Hotel Kelaat-M'Gouna | 1972–1974© Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) , 1993

FARAOUI Abdeslem & DE MAZIERES Patrice | Hotel Kelaat-M'Gouna | 1972–1974

© Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) , 1993

 

_managers

Imad Dahmani_ Architect, co-founder of MAMMA / President

contact: imad.dahmani@mammagroup.org

Lahbib El Moumni_ Architect, co-founder of MAMMA/ Treasurer

contact: lahbib.elmoumni@mammagroup.org

Hajar Morjani_ Architecture student/ Secretary General

contact: hajar.morjani@mammagroup.org

El Mahdi Meslil_ Photographer

contact: contact@meslilelmahdi.com

_collaborators

Fatima Azahra Addou_ Architecture student at Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning- USA

Kaoru Mieno_ International Studies student at College of International Studies Tsukuba University - Japan

Fatima Zahra Benhamza_ Architect & visual artist - Morocco

Jamal Hajji_ Architect - Morocco

_researchers

Salma Majidi_ Architect, Heritage expert and PhD candidate at Ecole national d’Architecture de Rabat - Morocco

Tifawt Loudaoui_ Architect, PhD candidate at Ecole nationale supérieure d'Architecture de Strasbourg - France

Riad Kherdeen_ PhD candidate at the Center for Middle Eastern Studies University of California, Berkeley- USA

Johanna Sluiter_PhD in Art History at the Institute of Fine Arts, New York University - USA

MAMMA is an NGO dedicated to promoting and celebrating Moroccan art, architecture, and urbanism from the second half of the 20th century. Our primary mission is to shed light on the innovative work of a pioneering generation of modern architects.

Our goals encompass three main areas:

  1. Preservation and Enhancement: We strive to preserve and enhance the modern artistic, architectural, and urban heritage of Morocco. By recognizing the value of these cultural treasures, we work towards their protection and conservation.

  2. Awareness and Advocacy: We aim to raise awareness among the public about the importance of safeguarding this heritage. We advocate for its significance in order to foster a collective sense of responsibility towards preserving and maintaining these cultural assets for future generations.

  3. Interdisciplinary Engagement: We encourage the exchange of perspectives and collaboration across different disciplines regarding this heritage. We foster a dynamic dialogue between the past and contemporary reflections, embracing both the present and future visions.

To fulfill our mission, we undertake various actions, including:

  1. Research and Publication: We conduct in-depth research and publish articles, books, and other forms of literature to highlight and promote awareness about the architectural and artistic heritage we focus on.

  2. Exhibitions and Events: We organize exhibitions, round tables, seminars, workshops, and conferences dedicated to architecture and urban planning. These events serve as platforms for knowledge-sharing, dialogue, and appreciation of the architectural achievements from this era.

  3. Archiving and Collection: We actively collect and archive the architectural and urban productions of the generation we are devoted to. By preserving physical and digital records, we ensure the accessibility and availability of these valuable resources for future study and appreciation.

  4. Guided Tours: We offer guided tours to the public, allowing them to experience and engage with the physical manifestations of the architectural and urban heritage we promote. These tours provide an immersive and educational experience that deepens understanding and appreciation.

Through our multifaceted approach, we strive to champion and celebrate the rich heritage of Moroccan art, architecture, and urbanism, bringing it to the forefront of cultural discourse and ensuring its lasting legacy.