Advancing Arabic Language Engineering in Morocco

We unite researchers, educators, and practitioners to promote research, training, and collaboration in Arabic NLP and language technologies.

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Statute & Legal Information

ALESM is an independent, non-political association. Headquarters: Rabat. Unlimited duration. Membership is open to researchers and graduate students in Arabic language engineering.

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About ALESM

Founded by Moroccan researchers, ALESM promotes scientific and socio-cultural initiatives in Arabic language engineering: training, R&D projects, software development, consulting, and scientific events.

Independent & non-political

We are an independent, non-political association serving the public interest.

Headquarters

Located in Rabat, Morocco.

Community

Open to researchers, faculty, and graduate students in Arabic NLP and related fields.

Our Objectives

Key goals that guide our actions.

Foster a scientific, cultural, and social environment of solidarity among members.
Contribute to continuous training and encourage scientific research in Arabic language engineering.
Carry out scientific projects for public and private sectors.
Provide scientific consulting within our scope.

Develop software for stakeholders in Morocco and abroad.
Organize specialized scientific events (conferences, symposia, workshops).
Protect members’ rights and advocate for them.
Establish cooperation with national and international organizations.

Activities

How we pursue our mission.

Publications

News bulletin and scientific journal focused on Arabic NLP.

Events

Conferences, workshops, and socio-cultural activities with partners.

Projects & Software

R&D and software development for public/private entities.

Membership

Three categories of members and annual fees.

Active Members

Faculty, researchers, or graduate students working in Arabic language engineering. Evidence of activity and annual dues required.

Honorary Members

Individuals who significantly contribute to the association’s outreach. No voting or representative capacity.

Corresponding Members

Researchers in the field (Moroccan or foreign, in Morocco or abroad) collaborating with ALESM.

Fees: 100 MAD per faculty; 50 MAD per student researcher. Pay by March 31 each year. Late payments may lead to temporary suspension.

Governance

Elected Board of seven members for a four-year term.

Board Roles

President
Vice-President
General Secretary
Treasurer
Three Advisors

General Assembly

The General Assembly meets annually; extraordinary sessions may be called. The Board implements GA decisions and reports results at term end.

Resources

Resources include member fees, event revenues, donations, and funding from public/private bodies nationally and internationally.

News & Events

Announcements, calls, and upcoming activities.

Call for Workshop Proposals

Submit your Arabic NLP workshop ideas for the next academic year.

Student Chapter

Launching a student-led initiative to promote Arabic language technologies.

Industry Collaboration

Open invitation to partner with ALESM on R&D and software development.

Publications

Our bulletin and scientific journal highlight advances in Arabic language engineering.

News Bulletin

Periodic updates on ALESM activities and community highlights.

Scientific Journal

Peer-reviewed research in Arabic NLP and language technologies.

Partners

We collaborate with universities, research centers, and professional bodies in Morocco and abroad.

Academia

Universities, labs, and schools of engineering

Industry

Tech companies and startups

Societies

National and international associations

Contact

Headquarters: Rabat, Morocco

Email: aouragh@hotmail.com

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Interested in becoming a member or partner? Send us a brief note about your interests and affiliation.

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