The Wendland sends a Ship!
CompassCollective activists support the rescue of refugees in the Mediterranean. Our sailing boat TROTAMAR III is used for three-week observation deployments, during which we document human rights violations, keep an eye out for maritime emergencies and assist in rescue missions by larger (rescue) ships. In an emergency, we rescue.
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News
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TROTAMAR III is free again
Our sailing ship, the Trotamar III, is free again! After about two weeks, the detention has ended, and we are once again allowed to sail out to sea. However, this does not mean that all charges against us have been dropped: Since our crew did not notify the Tunisian authorities during a rescue of 18
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Tunesia is not a place of safety for people on the move
Why are we refusing to coordinate with Tunisia in maritime emergencies? Tunisia is not a place of safety for refugees! Since 2023, Tunisia’s president has been fueling hatred and incitement against migrants. The arbitrary and unlawful detention of refugees and migrants is widespread in Tunisia and disproportionately affects Black people. Furthermore, this detention takes place
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Solidarity against Detention
We don’t even know the details of our detention yet. How long is it supposed to last? How much is the fine we’re supposed to pay? One thing is already certain: we’re filing an appeal! Our lawyers are already on the case, and our Crew is working to draw attention to this injustice in Lampedusa.
Support & Network
We are part of the Justice Fleet and refuse — together with 11 more NGOs — to cooperate with the so-called Libyan Coast Guard.
We support the decentralized network Abolish Frontex, that stands up against the EU border regime.
Thanks to our supporters!
