In the 1950’s the ALCs were founded by the United States Embassy and the United States Information Service with the purpose of teaching English as a foreign language. By the 1970’s, independent non-governmental management was needed and the American Cultural Association (ACA) was created.
From the 1950’s to present, the ALCs in Morocco have multiplied from just two centers in Rabat and Tangier to now twelve Centers located around the country in Agadir, Casablanca, El Jadida, Fes, Kenitra, Marrakesh, Meknes, Mohammedia, Oujda, and Tetouan. In addition, in 1983 the Arabic Language Institute in Fez was created at the ALC Fes. ALIF teaches both Colloquial Moroccan Arabic as well as Modern Standard Arabic to visiting students from around the world.
The purpose of the ACA and its ALCs is to promote good relations and understanding between the peoples of the US and Morocco through the exchange of languages and ideas.
In addition to English and Arabic language instruction, the Association is involved in various activities that include teacher training and a variety of cultural and community service programs and events at our Centers.
With 12 ALCs around Morocco, the ACA has a workforce of over 1,000 teachers and approximately 200 administrative support and staff members made up of many nationalities.
