enrico bachmann
Dilemma Between Law and Human Rights
On the world’s deadliest migration route across the Mediterranean, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are working to save people whose lives are in danger.
In recent years, rescuing human lives has become increasingly difficult. Legal restrictions introduced by maritime authorities to reduce migration flows increase the risks and dangers for those attempting to flee across the sea. In fact, since 2020, the number of shipwrecks and deaths has risen sharply. Rescue operations carried out by NGO ships are becoming more and more challenging, as they must navigatethrough a sea of laws and bureaucratic obstacles to avoid serious legal and economic consequences. These could undermine their fundamental principles and goals of saving human lives.
The short animated film, created in collaboration with SOS Méditerranée Switzerland, sheds light on a rarelydiscussed topic. It encourages viewers to reflect on the fact that NGOs dedicated to saving human lives areconstantly at risk of being penalised for their work.
A short animation, created in collaboration with SOS Méditerranée Switzerland, introduces the public to an issue that is unknown to many. It encourages viewers to reflect on the fact that NGOs dedicated to saving lives are always at risk of being punished for their work.