Stay SEAFiT: Sleep matters for people onboard
The World Health Organization estimates that two thirds of adults in developed countries globally do not get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night.
Read moreThe World Health Organization estimates that two thirds of adults in developed countries globally do not get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night.
Read moreIf you have mental health problems, your thinking, mood, and behavior may be affected throughout your life. Many factors contribute to mental health issues, such as: Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry; Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse and; Family history of mental health problems.
Read moreAs part of its SEAFiT programme, SAFETY4SEA asked maritime experts to answer what they consider the most important factor impeding this social interaction onboard.
Read moreLack of knowledge of mental health issues can make those who are affected by them more susceptible to stigma, discrimination, and exclusion at work, or even prevent them from finding employment in the first place.
Read morePeople living with mental health conditions have a right to work. A report by ILO and WHO on mental health highlights that employers should support people living with mental health conditions.
Read moreThe shipping industry is doing much progress in terms of its efforts toward people’s well-being, but more needs to be done to ensure a more holistic approach to the wellness of people onboard and onshore, a new poll by SAFETY4SEA showed.
Read moreSAFETY4SA is pleased to announce a new survey, scheduled to run within Q1 & Q2 of 2023 that aims to shed light on key trends of wellbeing at sea. The preliminary results will be released on an ongoing basis and final reports later within 2023. This will be the 3rd survey on crew welfare as similar initiatives were conducted during 2021 and 2019.
Read moreAccording to an ILO/ WHO paper, it is important organizations to protect and promote mental health, especially through training and interventions
Read moreWith the launch of our new program, SEAFiT, we will dedicate a new series of articles on tips and practices to embrace a new wellbeing mindset. This is vital for our daily lives and goes hand in hand with resilience, considering that in order to be able to face all challenges and bounce back, we need to foster a new philosophy and take care of ourselves.
Read moreOn the occasion of the World Mental Health day, we asked industry experts to share their views on what needs to change to make seafarers’ mental health a key priority for shipping, as the theme of this year’s international day highlights.
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