Participant List for Zaytouna includes Swedish Parliamentarian, Acclaimed Actress, and Israeli Parliamentarian Advisor
Organizers Search to Replace Amal-Hope
As Zaytouna-Oliva makes its way towards Ajaccio, France, the Women’s Boat to Gaza (WBG) releases its passenger list which includes women from nine countries across five continents. The list (found here) includes parliamentarian Malin Björk, a Swedish member of the EU parliament; Spanish actress Rosana Pastor Muñoz; and Yudit Ilany of Israel who serves as advisor to Knesset member Haneen Zoabi.
Meanwhile, sister ship Amal-Hope remains in Barcelona following her return to that port because of mechanical problems (we had such problems in previous missions). Based on a professional assessment, she will not be in condition to follow Zaytouna-Oliva. Organizers are actively pursuing a new ship and are launching a campaign to defray this additional cost.
Zaytouna-Oliva is estimated to arrive in Ajaccio on Monday, September 19. The passenger list, which will change with each leg will be updated and shared throughout the Journey.
With regard to the Amal-Hope, Jaldia Abubakra, a passenger from Spain/Palestine, said “we are sorry to leave her behind. But we carry Amal-Hope in our hearts.”
To arrange interviews with the passengers, please contact Ellen Huttu Hansson at +46 72 288 32 13 / [email protected].
Click here for Passenger List and Bios.