Morocco Pays 10,000 Disability Workers 6 Months Back Wages

Ten thousand social workers in Morocco can finally breathe easier after the government announced it will pay six months of overdue salaries for those supporting people with disabilities. These workers had been providing critical services without pay, putting education and care programs for thousands of children at risk.

The Secretary of State for Social Inclusion confirmed last week that payments would begin transferring to eligible associations operating in the disability sector. The announcement followed urgent calls from human rights groups, including the Observatory for Inclusive Education, which warned that the unpaid wages threatened support services for children with special needs.

The financial relief comes after meetings of the Committee for Monitoring and Evaluating the Implementation of Contribution Payments for Persons with Disabilities. Government officials praised the commitment of agencies working together to ensure continuity of care for vulnerable communities.

More than 27,600 children with disabilities currently benefit from Morocco's public support system, which provides 1,200 dirhams (about $120 USD) per month to each child. That funding helps families cover costs for care, therapy, and daily needs that would otherwise be out of reach.

The program operates through partnerships with 437 associations across Morocco, all working in the disability sector. Secretary of State Abdeljabbar Rachidi said in February that the initiative, part of the Social Cohesion Support Fund, has become a lifeline for educational and social inclusion.

Some associations didn't receive funding because they failed to meet eligibility requirements. Officials urged these organizations to work with regional offices of the National Mutual Fund to resolve their financial paperwork and access the available support grants.

The Ripple Effect

This back pay does more than fill bank accounts. It keeps therapy sessions running, classrooms open, and specialized programs alive for children who depend on them. When social workers can focus on their jobs instead of worrying about rent and groceries, the quality of care improves for everyone.

The 10,000 workers receiving back wages serve families across Morocco, many in areas where disability services were once scarce or nonexistent. Their continued presence means parents don't have to choose between work and caring for their children, and kids get the support they need to thrive.

Morocco's commitment to resolving this crisis shows how prioritizing disability services creates positive change that extends far beyond individual families into entire communities.