The following is a compilation from the Captain, crew and participants on the boat. Wednesday, September 28 We had heavy showers and several women are seasick. There were not many takers of theRead More…
Follow the progress of Zaytouna-Oliva here.
The General Union of Palestinian Women (GUPW) held a solidarity rally in Ramallah on the West Bank for the Women’s Boat to Gaza and more importantly their sisters in Gaza. The rallyRead More…
We are in contact with Zaytouna-Oliva and all on board are OK. She is still sailing in the direction of Gaza. Difficult weather conditions last night caused damage to the rigging. We areRead More…
…Amal-Hope II to follow soon. Messina, Italy, 27 September 2016 This morning at 9.50am, women representing 13 countries spanning five continents began their journey on Zaytouna-Oliva to the shores of Gaza, whichRead More…
There is an adage that says “Hope springs eternal”. This was personified today when the Amal-Hope II entered Messina port to join her sister Zaytouna-Oliva. According to Zohar Chamberlain-Regev, a boat leader forRead More…
The WBG South African team is pleased to announce the participation of a South African delegate aboard the mission. Leigh-Ann Naidoo qualified as a teacher and then turned her focus to sportRead More…
Women speaking out on the ‘Solidarity Sail’ on the River Thames, London in support of the Women’s Boats to Gaza. On 24 September, in London, activists and supporters sailed on the RiverRead More…
Thank you to Roger Waters and Patti Smith for your support! We look forward to sharing your love with the citizens of Gaza. On a recent visit to Sweden, rock legend PattiRead More…