Tag: women in shipping

It's no secret that sexism still affects women in 2023. However, as individuals age, they also experience ageism based on gender, or gendered age-ism. It affects a woman's ability to advance professionally as well as her physical and mental wellness.

In the first annual report of data from Yacht Crew Help, ISWAN’s specialist helpline for the yachting industry, psychological challenges and the impact of abuse, bullying, harassment and discrimination emerge as key issues facing yachting crew. 

The Women in Transport Equity Index survey, introduced at the Women in Transport Annual General Meeting on 26 June 2023, aims to provide crucial baseline data, recognising best practices and driving positive change.

Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) has made a three-year pledge totaling nearly $90,000 to support women at Fort Schuyler through the official club, Women of Maritime (WOM).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is critical for seafarers as they are exposed to heavy duty work and dangerous materials that pose a threat to their lives. The safety of seafarers depends largely on the effectiveness of the equipment they wear. However, PPE is not equally accessible to all, and especially to female seafarers.

Aoife O’Leary, CEO at Opportunity Green, explains how she joined the maritime industry, which finds it as a fascinating and challenging sector from a climate perspective. Additionally, she emphasizes the value of collaboration and how much she appreciates working with her colleagues to improve the marine environment

Boyana Achovski, Secretary General, Gas Infrastructure Europe values the encouragement she has received from the numerous people she has encountered who have assisted in her professional growth. As she explains, 'believe in yourself' has been always the best advice since it serves as a constant source of inspiration and drive.

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that it has appointed its first female captain, Naomi Matsushita of the 6,706-car pure car carrier Beluga Ace (built 2018).

IMO (International Maritime Organization) and the Republic of Korea have signed an agreement to launch the first thematic project with Official Development Assistance (ODA) funding that specifically focuses on women in maritime.

ISWAN has partnered with the official Menstrual Hygiene Day campaign to end the stigma surrounding menstruation and raise awareness of the challenges women seafarers face when working on board.