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MarTrust and ISWAN unite to strengthen seafarer wellbeing

The partnership is designed to improve awareness and access to mental health and financial wellbeing support across the maritime sector.

ISWAN’s half-year helpline data provides window into changing nature of life and work at sea

SeafarerHelp has experienced rising numbers of contacts relating to mental health difficulties, reflecting the evolving need for emotional support at sea.

Superyacht Alliance and Changing Tack unite to improve crew welfare

The two organisations have joined forces to amplify the voices of yacht crew and strengthen industry-wide engagement on welfare issues.

Attract, Retain, Sustain: ISWAN India Seminar 2025 to Strengthen Seafarer Wellbeing and Retention

Building on the success of last year’s “Seafarers Matter” seminar, ISWAN in India will host a half-day seminar in Mumbai on 17th December 2025 focusing on the evolving needs of seafarers and the crucial role of families and shore staff in supporting their wellbeing.

IMEC launches cadet support helpline with ISWAN

This World Mental Health Day, IMEC and ISWAN announced a dedicated 24/7 helpline to provide confidential round-the-clock support to cadets in IMEC’s training programmes worldwide.

BAYANIHAN: Reframing Maritime Mental Health Through a Filipino Lens

BAYANIHAN, an event by ISWAN – Philippines, seeks to reframe mental health through the lens of Filipino culture, emphasizing connection, compassion, and shared responsibility.

Here for all crew: New campaign highlights support for yacht crew

ISWAN launches new global awareness campaign to spotlight its confidential 24/7 helpline, YachtCrewHelp.

TALKING POINT: Beyond training for decarbonisation: What seafarers say truly matters in social sustainability

Alina Prylipko discusses whether the shipping industry’s social sustainability actions are truly informed by seafarers’ needs and priorities, and shares some fascinating insights from her PhD research with the World Maritime University.

The Directorate General of Shipping India and ISWAN sign MoU to strengthen the welfare and holistic wellbeing of Indian seafarers and their families

From Third Engineer to Full-Time Mom

After seven years at sea, Gehlee* made the difficult choice in 2022 to leave her maritime career and become a full-time mother. She never imagined that decision would become even more meaningful when, in 2025, her son was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition—and ISWAN became a source of strength and support.