Our Mission
A tribute to the resilience and patience of the people of Gaza, and a collective movement to stand alongside them.
The "Madleen" represents the unwavering spirit of the Palestinians who refuse to accept injustice. Our campaign honors the courage of all who have sailed these waters before us, carrying hope across the Mediterranean.
From every corner of the world, we unite in peaceful resistance. 1000 ships from many nations will converge to break the Israeli genocidal blockade through the power of international civil society.
Goals & Organization
Our mission is organized around clear objectives and coordinated international action.
Maritime Flotilla
Coordinate 1000 ships from multiple nations to converge and sail together toward Gaza, creating an unprecedented peaceful maritime demonstration.
Break the Blockade
Challenge the illegal blockade through peaceful resistance, bringing international attention to the humanitarian crisis and demanding open borders.
Global Unity
Build an international coalition of civil society organizations, activists, and supporters committed to justice and human rights.
Global Departure Points
Ships from around the world will depart from these locations to join the historic flotilla to Gaza.
Raise Your Voice
Contact your elected representatives and those in power to support our peaceful mission.
Find and contact your local representatives with our advocacy toolkit.
Pre-written letters to government officials and international bodies.
How You Can Contribute
Different roles for different skills - everyone has a part to play in this historic mission.
Requirements:
- • Maritime experience preferred
- • Valid passport and documentation
- • Commitment to peaceful resistance
- • Physical fitness for sea voyage
Responsibilities:
- • Ship operations and maintenance
- • Safety protocols and procedures
- • Coordination with flotilla
- • Media and documentation support
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the 1000 Madleens to Gaza campaign.
Freedom Flotilla Coalition & Thousand Madleens to Gaza unite to sail for Gaza on September 24th
Two initiatives, one flotilla, one mission. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) and Thousand Madleens to Gaza (TMTG) are joining forces as one flotilla to challenge Israel's illegal and deadly siege of Gaza.
Full Press Release
Two initiatives, one flotilla, one mission
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) and Thousand Madleens to Gaza (TMTG) are joining forces as one flotilla to challenge Israel's illegal and deadly siege of Gaza. This alliance unites two global, people-led initiatives in a shared commitment to justice and solidarity with the Palestinian people.
On September 24th, 2025, we will launch the next wave of civilian ships to Gaza from Catania following the first boats of the Global Sumud Flotilla now en route to Palestine's shores. It continues a legacy of resistance that began with the Free Gaza Movement in 2008 and FFC's missions since 2010. We sail because world powers enable Israel's illegal siege. We sail to break it, to defy complicity, and to affirm the rights of Palestinians in Gaza.
Why this alliance matters
This partnership is rooted in years of experience and grassroots organizing. By consolidating maritime safety, legal defence, and communications, we strengthen coordination, safety, messaging, and global impact to confront what governments, corporations and institutions have abandoned—to stop genocide, resist apartheid and demand accountability under international law. We sail because silence is betrayal. We sail because Gaza must live. We sail because Palestine must be free!
Why now
Israel's illegal siege of Gaza is both a humanitarian emergency and a political crime. Gaza is being annihilated, and her people deliberately starved, bombed, and erased by Israel and their allies. Children are dying of hunger and disease, denied food, clean water, medicine, and the basic right to live with dignity.
Since October 2023, Israel's genocidal assault has turned an already suffocating illegal blockade into a catastrophe. Yet our governments continue to arm, fund, and profit from this horror. We cannot wait for permission. We cannot wait for leaders who have chosen complicity over humanity. The urgency demands not one ship, but waves of ships.
Israel's recent armed attacks on the FFC's vessels—Conscience, Madleen, and Handala—ignited a worldwide response. Dozens of boats from across the globe have since joined the Global Sumud Flotilla, proving that the demand to break Israel's illegal siege on Gaza cannot be silenced or deterred.
We invite media to attend our launch event in Catania prior to the launch date to give ample time for interviews. Please contact media@freedomflotilla.org or thousand.madleens@proton.me
Media Contacts
Official Websites
Latest News
Stay updated with the latest developments in our mission to Gaza
Gaza-Bound Flotilla Grows to 40 Vessels After Joining Sicilian Group
The Global Sumud Flotilla expands dramatically as vessels from Spain merge with Sicilian contingent, creating an armada of 40 ships now 1,000 miles from Gaza. Despite facing drone threats and challenging conditions, the international fleet remains determined to break the blockade.
Freedom Flotilla Coalition & Thousand Madleens to Gaza Unite for September 24th Launch
Historic alliance announced as FFC and TMTG join forces for a unified flotilla launching September 24th, 2025 from Catania. Two global initiatives unite with one mission: to challenge Israel's illegal siege of Gaza through coordinated maritime resistance.
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Important Disclaimer
Peaceful Mission: The 1000 Madleens to Gaza campaign is committed to peaceful, non-violent resistance. All participants must agree to strict non-violence protocols.
Legal Risks: Participants should be aware that this mission may involve legal risks, including potential detention or legal proceedings. We recommend consulting with legal counsel before participating.
Safety First: Maritime operations carry inherent risks. All vessels must meet safety standards, and participants must have appropriate maritime experience or training.
International Law: This campaign operates within the framework of international maritime law and the principles of civil disobedience in challenging what we consider to be violations of international law.
Independent Participation: Participation in this campaign is voluntary and at your own risk. The campaign organizers cannot be held responsible for individual decisions or consequences.