Tag: diversity

IMO and WISTA International are passionate about ensuring that sector conferences and events have a diversity of thought and inclusive panels are the top way to achieve this. The two organizations have created the new Maritime Speakers Bureau platform, intending to end the tradition of all-male speaking panels.

Mr. Gerald Tan, Head of Commercial (East) and General Manager, Ardmore Shipping, suggests it is time to focus on crew welfare and make a positive change, following the challenges due to the pandemic. As such, rebuilding trust with seafarers and their families, focusing on diversity and inclusion and fostering strategies to embrace young talents are key priorities.

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced its endorsement of the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) and signed a statement to act in accordance with the principles.

An in-depth survey conducted by WISTA International, Anglo Eastern, ISWAN and ICS, revealed shocking figures in gender-based discrimination against women, onboard harassment and bullying. The survey was completed by 1128 women from 78 countries.

On the occasion of United Nations Day, Dr Cleopatra Doumbia-Henry, President of the World Maritime University (WMU), reflects on the important role the United Nations (UN) plays in gathering the world’s nations together.

Officially celebrated as “UN Day”, the 24th of October marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter, the founding document that brought the United Nations into being. As the heart of the UN’s actions, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focus global efforts and attention on 17 specifically pressing issues, including poverty, inequality, climate change, war, injustice, etc. Where do we stand?

Wilhelmsen Ship Management appointed their first female Korean captain, Captain Lee Eun Ran. "I hope my achievement can inspire more female seafarers to break the glass ceiling," the Captain said.

Bunker Holding Group announced that it has extended its paid parental leave allowance to 20 weeks for all of its 1,600 employees across 34 countries.

Ayse Asli Basak, one of the world’s three-port captains, has developed an application that allows women to report harassment, mobbing, and any violence they experience on board.

Commander Graham Hockley, Chairman of the Maritime Charities Group (MCG) highlights that with regards to EDI issues (Equality, Diversity, Inclusive), the maritime industry is lagging behind. In this context, a new mindset is needed; industry stakeholders should not regard EDI as another box-ticking exercise while robust strategies and policies will assist in ensuring equal opportunities for all.