Presentation
The MV Louise Michel is a former French Navy boat we’ve customized to perform search and rescue. Measuring 30 meters in length and capable of up to 28 knots, she was bought with proceeds from the sale of Banksy artwork - who then decorated her with a fire extinguisher. She is operated and crewed by a team of international activist rescue professionals. Named after the French anarchist Louise Michel, she aims to combine sea rescue with the principles of queer-feminism, anti-racism and anti-fascism. She runs on a flat hierarchy and a vegan diet.
Mission
The objective of MV Louise Michel is to act in solidarity with people on the move in the Central Mediterranean and to challenge the violence of Fortress Europe.We carry out search and rescue, survivor care, follow-up, and political communication, recognizing that border violence does not end at sea but continues after disembarkation.Our work is guided by anti-racist, anti-fascist, and queer-feminist principles, and seeks to build solidarity without reproducing paternalistic or “white savior” approaches.
Participation in WSF 2026
We are interested in participating in spaces and discussions related to migration, commemoration, externalization, liberté de circulation / freedom of movement, deportation, expulsion, criminalization, and racism
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