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Addressing illegal recruitment practices in India

5 December 2024

6 min read

A new joint study by ISWAN and Gujarat Maritime University examines the under-researched issue of fraudulent recruitment in India and the steps that can be taken to provide safer routes into a seafaring career. 

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ISWAN Seminar 2024 in India- Seafarers: Supported, Empowered, Connected

ISWAN Seminar 2024 in India- Seafarers: Supported, Empowered, Connected

3 December 2024

1 min read

The ISWAN Seminar 2024 in India, hosted on 28th November at the Maritime Training Institute (SCI) in Mumbai, brought together key maritime stakeholders to address pressing challenges affecting seafarers and their families.

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ISWAN and Gujarat Maritime University launch groundbreaking report on recruitment fraud in India’s seafaring industry

28 November 2024

1 min read

A joint study by ISWAN and Gujarat Maritime University reveals the devastating impact of recruitment fraud on India's maritime workforce. The report uncovers how unscrupulous agents exploit seafarers, trapping thousands in cycles of debt, dangerous working conditions, and professional uncertainty.

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TALKING POINT: Be the mentor you wish you had!

25 November 2024

1 min read

Marga de Mol, (e-)coach for the maritime sector, delves into the challenges of intergenerational differences among seafarers on board and how coaching can help to bridge the gap.

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Financial Freedom, Mental Clarity: Empowering Seafarers and Families on World Mental Health Day

31 October 2024

1 min read

On October 10th, ISWAN - Philippines hosted an event titled “Financial Freedom, Mental Clarity: Empowering Seafarers and Families” in celebration of World Mental Health Day to address the crucial intersection of financial stability and mental wellbeing among seafarers and their families.

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Navigating seafarer fitness: Turning challenges into opportunities

17 October 2024

1 min read

Ichor Fitness Managing Director Joanne Massios explores how the unique challenges faced by seafarers can be turned into opportunities to maintain or improve their fitness.

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ISWAN event explores the importance of effective allyship in addressing personal safety issues at sea

14 October 2024

3 min read

The event in London on 3rd October was hosted by The UK P&I Club and formed part of ISWAN’s ‘Safe at sea…it takes all of us!’ campaign.

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ISWAN launches allyship guidance to build safer cultures at sea

30 September 2024

3 min read

New resources released by the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) give practical steps for fostering a culture of allyship between seafarers

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ISWAN launches sector-wide campaign promoting allyship at sea

2 September 2024

4 min read

A new seafarer-led campaign by the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) highlights the role of allyship in creating safe and inclusive environments on board.

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Member of the Month: Alassia NewShips Management Inc.

19 August 2024

2 min read

Our featured ISWAN member for August is Alassia NewShips Management Inc.

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