PUBLIC POLICIES AND ECONOMIC INEQUALITIES IN MOROCCO: A QUALITATIVE APPROACH TO PERCEPTIONS
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https://doi.org/10.18623/rvd.v22.n2.3273Keywords:
Economic Inequality, Public Policy, Citizen Perception, Institutional Trust, Perceived EffectivenessAbstract
Economic inequality continues to undermine social cohesion in Morocco, raising concerns about the effectiveness of public policies. Although several programs have been introduced to reduce poverty and improve access to services, their impact remains contested. This study provides a qualitative analysis of perceptions from citizens, experts, and institutional actors, based on 100 semi-structured interviews analysed with NVivo through a thematic approach. The results reveal contrasting views: while some acknowledge progress, many express distrusts of institutions, citing unfairness, limited transparency, and unequal access to programs. The findings highlight that effectiveness is judged not only by policy design but also by social legitimacy and citizen participation, calling for greater transparency, inclusion, and responsiveness in public action.
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