What are Some Similarities Between Palestinian and Moroccan Weddings? [Student Presentation]

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Student Presenter: Aya Boudina, Al Akhawayn School of Ifrane

Date: June 10, 2023

Aya explores the similarites and differences between Palestinian and Moroccan weddings. She discusses the henna ceramony, traditional attire, zaghrout, and the culinary practices of both countries.

Aya Boudina is a Freshmen at Al Akhawayn School of Ifrane, Morocco. She is one of the 8 Incredible students who participated in afikra Global Connect 4th Cohort.

Sources & Future References

• Moroccan Weddings: What You Need to Know

• The Moroccan Wedding Traditions - Palais Amani

• Henna wa zaffe: An inside look at Palestinian wedding traditions | Middle East Eye

• Palestinian Wedding | Al Jazeera

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About Global Connect

afikra Global Connect is a one-of-kind 8-week course designed for high school students interested in exploring the Arab World's histories and cultures and connecting with other stellar leading students worldwide. Global Connect is supported by the University of Chicago’s Center for Middle Eastern Studies & the University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Middle Eastern Studies.

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