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Morocco
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Morocco
Is Suicide Decriminalised?
Has the country decriminalised suicide, with clear legal frameworks and policy positions?
Uncertain
Are Crisis Lines Available?
Is free, confidential support from a helpline or hotline available? Status provided by find a helpline.
Yes
National Suicide Prevention Strategy?
Is there a national suicide prevention strategy, such as from the WHO, and does include decriminalisation, if known?
Uncertain
Population in Need of Support Per Year
Based on the WHO likely attempted suicide rate.
As a calculation of population size against suicide rate
Strength Of Support (Local Qualitative Assessment)
Population
Suicide Rate Per 100K Per Year, all Sexes (SDG 3.4.2)
per 100,000
WHO 2019 for SDG 3.4.2. Global average 1 per 100,000
Suicide Deaths Per Year (By Population)
per annum
As a calculation of population size against suicide rate
Morocco, officially known as the Kingdom of Morocco, is located in North Africa at the crossroads of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The country boasts distinctive Moorish architecture, intricate tilework and courtyards, as well as a diverse cuisine famous for dishes like "tagine" and "couscous," offering a delightful blend of flavours and spices.
Morocco is home to various ethnic groups, with the Berbers being the most prominent. Known for their hospitality, the Berbers are famous for their unique Amazigh language and for preserving their traditional culture, including music and handwoven textiles.
Islam is the predominant faith. The legal system combines Islamic law (Sharia) with French Civil Law principles. Like many nations, Morocco inherited colonial-era laws from France. Although France has long decriminalized suicide, it has remained in the corpus of other laws around the world.
The World Health Organization (WHO) advocates for the decriminalisation of suicide and suicide attempts. Finding out more and removing such laws removes stigma and allows avenues for providing appropriate mental health support to individuals in crisis.
Criminalising suicide punishes distress. Decriminalising suicide saves lives.
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