D.M. :
Education, Legislation, consequences, are THE PATH TO LASTING RESPECT — A CALL FOR NORTH AFRICA
True change begins with what we teach our children, what we make normal in our communities, and what we uphold as a standard for all people to live by. Across North Africa — and especially in Algeria and Tunisia — we must build a culture where consent is not just expected, but deeply understood. That means clear education from primary school onward: no one may touch, approach, or act toward any woman without her clear, willing permission. Groping, harassment, and any advance without consent are not cultural norms — they are violations of dignity and human rights. This education must be part of every school curriculum, university programme, and public awareness campaign. It belongs in our homes, our communities, and our laws.
Equally important is education against racial discrimination, colourism, and all forms of prejudice. Young people must learn that every person deserves respect regardless of the shade of their skin, where they come from, or who they are. These lessons belong in every classroom — from the earliest school years right through to higher education — so that the next generation grows up seeing equality and respect as natural, not optional.
Tourism boards and national authorities across all African nations have a vital role to play. They must turn these values into official policy and legal standards: training, public guidance, and accountability so that visitors and local women alike are safe and respected. In Muslim-majority countries, these teachings align with the core values of dignity, honour, and mutual respect that our faith teaches us. Education is not a favour — it is a necessity. It builds safer communities, stronger societies, and a future where every woman and every person is treated with the respect they deserve.
2026-10-21 08:31:22