The Determinants of Decent Work in Moroccan Cooperatives and Implications for Public Action: Toward Public Action through Determinants

Badr El Azhari (), Mohammed Bougroum, Lahcen Ait Daoud and Houmam Lotfi
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Badr El Azhari: Research Laboratory in Innovation, Responsibility and Sustainable Development (INREDD), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Mohammed Bougroum: Research Laboratory in Innovation, Responsibility and Sustainable Development (INREDD), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Lahcen Ait Daoud: Research Laboratory in Innovation, Responsibility and Sustainable Development (INREDD), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech 40000, Morocco
Houmam Lotfi: Research Laboratory in Social and Solidarity Economy, Governance and Development (LARESSGD), Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech 40000, Morocco

Economies, 2024, vol. 12, issue 7, 1-20

Abstract: In a context marked by growing inequalities and sustainable development challenges, Moroccan cooperatives represent an opportunity to reconcile economic objectives with social issues. Rooted in principles of solidarity and democratic participation, these entities play a significant role in promoting decent work in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The main objective of this study is to identify and analyze the determinants of decent work within Moroccan cooperatives in order to propose ways of improving working conditions and worker well-being. A survey of 394 Moroccan cooperatives and a data analysis using RCM regressions were used to assess the influence of employees’ socio-professional characteristics, the organizational specificities of cooperatives, and public action on decent work. The results indicate that factors such as youth, employee level of education, the gender of employees and managers, financial performance, and the quality of cooperative governance are decisive factors in the quality of decent work. Public action, in particular government support combining financial and technical measures, is identified to have a positive impact on working conditions. This research highlights the importance for public policy of supporting education and vocational training, promoting gender equality, improving cooperative management, and effectively structuring government support to maximize its positive impact on decent work. These findings offer concrete avenues for policymakers and cooperative managers to improve worker well-being and contribute to the SDGs. By addressing the challenges identified and implementing targeted strategies, it is possible to move toward more inclusive economic growth and decent work for all within the Moroccan context.

Keywords: cooperatives; decent work; public action; sustainable development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: E F I J O Q (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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