New campaign aims to boost crew relationships during crisis
UK based seafarers’ wellness organization ISWAN announced launch of a two-week digital campaign, aiming to highlight the importance of connecting with others for crew wellbeing.
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Bahamas Maritime Authority sheds focus on welfare of seafarers
The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) drew attention to the ongoing work of ISWAN and its members, amid an ongoing crisis affecting mental health of thousands of seafarers globally.
Inmarsat, ISWAN to boost seafarer wellbeing via call service iniative
Following COVID-19 outbreak, Inmarsat and the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) collaborated and launched a call service for seafarers onboard vessels.
Adequate information vital for seafarers’ wellbeing amid crisis
Shipowners can improve communication, to prevent misinformation and minimize the feeling of abandonment for seafarers, said Ms. Caitlin Vaughan, Project Manager at ISWAN during a webinar last week.
ISWAN seafarer helpline cases triple amid COVID-19
ISWAN’s seafarer helpline has experienced a surge in demand amid the COVID-19 crisis which has deeply affected seafarers worldwide, with repatriation being at the center of concerns, the organization informed.
Seafarer welfare organizations’ part for seafarer support during COVID-19
Seafarers’ welfare organisations are working to support crews during these challenging conditions, with many of them being stranded or afraid about their families and themselves.
Watch: Dealing with COVID-19 stress and uncertainty onboard
Dr Kate Thompson, a counselling psychologist, provides information and guidance for seafarers, on board vessels and ashore, affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Staying safe on board during COVID-19
The world’s reliance on shipping and its seafarers has been brought into sharp focus by COVID-19 pandemic. Now, a new film, produced by Marine Media Enterprises with the support of Columbia Ship Management, ISWAN and the Club looks at what this virus means for seafarers.
Emergency funding campaign launched for developing world seafarers
ISWAN announced launch of a charity crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for developing world seafarers and their families that have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Seven COVID-19 questions answered for seafarers
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought an unprecedented disruption to global trade operations and subsequent technical implications for the world’s crews. In this respect, ISWAN issued seven Frequently Asked Questions providing answers for seafarers.
