Rather than continue to cruise the world in their super yacht, Christopher and Regina Catrambone decided to mount search and rescue operations for migrants in the Mediterranean. To do so, they spent $8 million dollars to retrofit their yacht and launched the Migrant Offshore Aid Station (MOAS). In the first 60 days of operation, they were able to rescue over 3,000 people. It is an inspiring story of private citizens doing what they can to save lives in an international crisis.
1. Learn about MOAS and the crew’s rescue efforts.
2. BBC Newsnight joins MOAS during search and rescue operations off the coast of Libya.
You can learn more about MOAS and the organization’s ongoing efforts by visiting their website.
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Rich Denning says:
Thanks for sharing this video even though it is difficult to watch. One can’t help but be reminded “there but for the grace of God. . . . . .”
bilal hito says:
<3 this is beautiful