Ahmed Merzouki

Ahmed Merzouki is a Moroccan former police officer who was imprisoned in Tazmamart prison for 20 years. He was released in 2010 and has since become a prominent human rights activist. Merzouki has spoken publicly about his experiences in prison and has worked to raise awareness about the conditions in Moroccan prisons. He has also been involved in several human rights campaigns and has received several awards for his work. Merzouki is a graduate of the University of Marrakech and has a degree in law.