A national coordinating framework bringing together citizens, associations, organisations and private institutions to drive local development, open a space for dialogue and solidarity on national issues, and strengthen cohesion between the State’s objectives and civil society.
Hisn Al-Mateen
DiplomacySpeaking for the Bloc, Ms Khadidja Mansour addressed the UN General Assembly's Fourth Committee, reaffirming, in line with Algeria's official position, the Sahrawi people's right to self-determination and the completion of decolonisation.
In an interview published by El Moudjahid on 4 October 2026, Bloc vice-president Salah Tiza discussed the role of associations in social cohesion and citizenship, saying Algeria's strength also rests on citizens' awareness and a cohesive society.
The daily El Moudjahid examined the Hisn Al-Mateen Bloc's experience and contribution to associative and national life, outlining its areas of work and its “Community Immunity 2025–2026” initiative based on prevention, awareness and response.
The Bloc received official confirmation from the UN Fourth Committee secretariat that Ms Khadidja Mansour's request to address the Committee on Western Sahara was approved, for hearings scheduled on 7–9 October 2026 in New York.
Usher in a new era of civic activism, free from past practices, through coordination and consultation among organisations on national issues and public affairs.
Create a think tank representing active organisations and help shape economic, social and cultural public policy and growth models.
Share experience, provide continuous training for civic leaders and work with the National Observatory of Civil Society under the motto “civil society, a pillar of the State”.
Connect young Algerians abroad with their homeland and encourage them to serve Algeria first.
Support just causes worldwide, foremost the Palestinian and Sahrawi causes.
Protecting society against destabilisation through civic awareness and coordination among organisations.
Completing the decolonisation of Western Sahara in line with UN principles and resolutions.
Supporting the Palestinian people’s right to an independent state with Al-Quds as its capital.
Analysis of the Sahel and Libya, and support for Algeria’s approach based on political solutions.
Linking young Algerians abroad to their homeland and encouraging civic and electoral participation.
Seven founders sign the founding deed before a notary in Frenda (Tiaret), under Article 49 et seq. of Law 12-06 on associations.
The deed is registered with the Tiaret registration and stamp office, followed by a legal notice in the national press (13 January 2024).
Authorised by the Wali of Chlef, the founding general assembly of the National Organisation meets at La Vallée Hotel in Chlef with 42 participants: statutes adopted and Mr Djelloul Chetouane elected President.
The Hisn Al-Mateen Bloc opened its national office in Algiers, attended by national office members, coordinators from more than twenty wilayas, representatives in Europe, public figures, elected officials and associations.
Field mobilisation encouraging turnout in the early presidential election of 7 September 2024, in line with the Bloc’s statutory commitment to civic participation.
The Bloc’s national committee in support of the Palestinian cause held a working session with the Ambassador of the State of Palestine, his special adviser and embassy staff, declaring its solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Djelloul Chetouane sent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune a study titled “General mobilisation of civil society in the face of regional threats and cross-border risks”, proposing five principles and a volunteer National Digital Guard.
A Bloc delegation led by Djelloul Chetouane joined the celebrations of the SADR’s 50th anniversary in the refugee camps, alongside African and European delegations, diplomats and party leaders, building bridges in support of self-determination.
The independent “Hisn Al-Mateen Bloc” list won two People's National Assembly seats in Aïn Defla. The Bloc thanked wilaya coordinator and national bureau member Omar Fellah, the list's members and activists, and former MPs Kamel Laouissat and Slimane Sahnoun.
The partnership between the Bloc and insurer SAA has entered into force, giving members and their families benefits and discounts on insurance; it was officially launched when SAA CEO Youcef Benmicia received a Bloc delegation.
El Moudjahid runs a dossier on the Bloc, “A citizen rampart against destabilisation attempts”, with an interview of Vice-President Salah Tiza.
Participation in the UN General Assembly Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization) in New York, with a statement supporting the Sahrawi people’s right to self-determination.
Each dot is a wilaya that hosted a documented activity; its size follows the number of activities.
Op-eds, interviews and reports carrying the Bloc’s positions on national and regional issues.
The Bloc is open to citizens, associations and organisations that share its objectives and abide by its statutes. Apply online all the way to your membership card.