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Safer Waves
This organisation has been set up to help seafarers who have suffered from sexual harassment, sexual assault and rape, while working on board. We believe that getting the right support is crucial, and so we aim to provide resources and information that can help.
This organisation was set up in 2019 to provide support to seafarers who have experienced sexual assault, sexual harassment or gender discrimination on board. These experiences can be hard to talk about, even within the supportive environment provided by existing seafarer welfare and support organisations. While we have made progress in discussing bullying and harassment, it remains difficult to find a safe space to talk about assault and rape.
We aim to create that safe space, provide information and signpost to suitable welfare charities globally and locally. We are working with seafarers, employers and organisations to build a network of support.
Useful links
CHIRP Maritime
CHIRP Maritime is a global confidential near miss reporting programme, designed for seafarers to safeguard the reporter. It is not whistle-blowing nor anonymous. It exists to highlight and confront maritime safety concerns that are not being heard. Credibility and integrity are key components of the programme.
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Life After Yachting
Life After Yachting created by TUVYC Ltd is a new very easily accessible FREE virtual platform that's is aim is to help the yacht crew transitioning from onboard to ashore.
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MCA Wellbeing Guides
'Wellbeing at Sea: A Guide for Organisations' and 'Wellbeing at Sea: A Pocket Guide for Seafarers' address a range issues that can threaten wellbeing at sea to empower Seafarers and Management (Companies and Personnel) to make improvements that will enable all crew to stay safe, healthy and well.
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Merchant Navy Welfare Board - Seafarer Support
Referrals for assistance with financial support and practical guidance.
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Mission to Seafarers
The Mission to Seafarers is a great source of support for anyone working in the industry, and we’ve been helping people like you since the 19th century.
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Nautilus International
Nautilus International is the first truly trans-boundary trade union for maritime professionals, reflecting the global nature of the industry.
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PYA
The PYA is a non-profit association which represents the interests of professional yacht crew around the world.
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Seafarers Hospital Society
24 hour mental health support for British Seafarers and Seafarers in the UK through the togetherall platform
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She of the Sea
Combining the resources and network of the shore side industry, with the wealth of experience, knowledge and journeys of the women working at sea, we are realising the vision of a high performing, competency focused yachting industry, regardless of gender.
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The Crew Counsellor
Support for yacht crew with counselling for everyday life issues, and with treatment options for substance misuse and addictions.
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