Caoimhe Butterly
Caoimhe Butterly is an Irish humanitarian activist known for her involvement in various social justice causes, particularly those concerning the Palestinian territories. She is affiliated with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, a group dedicated to breaking the Israeli blockade of Gaza and delivering humanitarian aid to its residents. Recently, she was in the news following an incident where the vessel Conscience, which she was part of, was attacked by drones while attempting to transport aid to Gaza. Butterly condemned the attack, asserting the mission's importance in challenging the ongoing blockade and advocating for the rights of Palestinians.
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Caoimhe Butterly is an Irish human rights campaigner who will join Thunberg in conversation.
Kneecap’s Moglaí Bap greeted by President on run for Palestine through Phoenix Park – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-17
Caoimhe Butterly is an Irish activist who spoke from aboard the Shireen Abu Akleh vessel.
UN commission concludes Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, as flotilla challenges blockade – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-17
Veteran activist Caoimhe Butterly gave the shirt to Thunberg on the flotilla that sailed in June.
Bohemian FC thank Greta Thunberg for wearing Fontaines DC kit during Gaza aid mission – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-05
Caoimhe Butterly is an Irish organiser and psychosocial supports co-ordinator with the FFC.
Harris praises Madleen volunteers for highlighting ‘urgent need for humanitarian aid’ to reach Gaza – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-09
Caoimhe Butterly stated that the attack occurred while more activists were preparing to board.
Barco com ajuda humanitária para Gaza atingido por drones ao largo de Malta | Gaza
Portugal· 2025-05-02