The princess started the Lalla Salma Foundation in 2005, which aims to promote cancer prevention, improve patient care and make the fight against cancer a public health priority in Morocco. The foundation also aims to fund research and has partnered with research institutions around the world.
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The princess was born Lalla Salma Bennani in Fes, where her father was a school teacher. Salma’s mother died when she was 3, and she was raised by her maternal grandmother, along with her cousin Saira. Saira is like a sister to her and they are often seen in public together.
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The princess speaks four languages: Arabic, French, English and Spanish. She was valedictorian of her university class and attended ENSIAS, the National School of Analysis Systems–one of the top engineering schools in Morocco. At ENSIAS the princess earned a degree in computer science.
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Princess Lalla Salma was the first woman in Morocco to receive the official title of Her Royal Highness after marrying Mohammed VI, King of Morocco, and the first wife of a Moroccan ruler to be publicly acknowledged and given a royal title. Lalla is a traditional name given to women of high ranking or royalty.
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After attending the Dutch King Willem-Alexander’s inauguration dinner, Salma’s style caught the attention of top British magazine “Hello!” Salma’s jewel-encrusted caftan in an angelic cream hue, glittery tiara and matching earrings landed her in the magazine’s “Best Dressed” section, along with Denmark’s Princess Mary.
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Princess Salma is very close friends with Queen Rania of Jordan. After a visit, Rania posted dozens of high definition photos of them dining and chatting that went viral on Facebook. They both champion important causes. Rania is a major progressive female voice in the Arab world.
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The princess is curious about Greek civilization. She and her family regularly visit the Greek islands on vacation. The princess’ favorite places to visit in Greece are the island of Cortu, the Llia region in the South, and the coastal town of Kyllini. The Greek press loves her. She also does charity work in Greece.
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Traditionally, Moroccan kings have been polygamous and have taken many wives. Salma changed history when she got the King of Morocco agree to no additional wives. Salma is credited with getting the king interested in her passion for women’s rights, which he has made his own efforts to advance. The couple has two children — Crown Prince Moulay Hassan and Princess Lalla Khadija.
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