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In July 2017, arrivals decreased by more than 50% compared to the same month in 2016. Nevertheless, people still talk about “being invaded” and limiting migration flows as much as…

Migration is undeniably the defining issue of our era. Despite being rooted in human history and a distinctive feature of mankind, it is now being presented as something tragically new.…

“My dream is to be alive”, this how Fradhin Ali starts his story after being rescued by the MOAS crew. He is 20 and comes from Sudan. In Sudan there…

I was born in Reggio Calabria and I have spent most of my life close to the sea. By choice or by chance I have always lived near the sea,…

With MOAS being at the forefront of the current humanitarian crisis delivering post-rescue care, I have experienced first-hand the appalling consequences of rape and impunity on women’s bodies. After being…

Divine comes from Nigeria and he survived a terrible journey at sea on a boat that to him looked “bad, but not scary”. He was traveling with his mum and…

The Atlantic Council Freedom Award recognizes extraordinary individuals and organizations that defend and advance the cause of freedom around the world, with a view to strengthening transatlantic leadership on global…

Article 2, The Lisbon Treaty The Union is founded on the values of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights, including the…

Imagine one day your mum tells you that you have to leave home because living there has become impossible. You are only 14 years old. You collect your belongings and…

Since December 2016 Coldplay have supported MOAS as patrons of our mission to save lives at sea. Determined to avoid unnecessary deaths in the Mediterranean and aware of the importance…