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Our work
We work to promote and support the welfare of seafarers all over the world. As well as operating a 24-hour helpline as a direct service for seafarers, we also run a number of other projects and campaigns in support of seafarers' welfare.
SeafarerHelp
A free, 24-hour, multilingual helpline for seafarers and their families worldwide
Yacht Crew Help
A free, 24-hour, multilingual helpline for professional yacht crew worldwide
ISWAN for Seafarers app
A free mobile app for seafarers which can be used offline to access help, information and support around the clock
International activities
Providing humanitarian support to seafarers and their families in South and South East Asia
Social Interaction Matters (SIM)
Improving seafarers' health and wellbeing through promotion of increased, quality social interaction and rest time
Mental Health Awareness Training for the Maritime Industry
Spotting the signs and responding to concerns
Piracy
We offer support to seafarers and their families affected by maritime piracy
Superyacht Crew Welfare
We launched the results of our survey of superyacht crew in London on 3rd December 2018
Mentally Healthy Ships
A guide for shipping companies and ship operators to develop and implement mental health policies
International Seafarers' Welfare Awards
Recognising excellence in seafarers’ welfare provision across the shipping industry
Indian Seafarers Campaign
Discouraging Indian seafarers from signing up with unregistered crewing agencies
Seafarers' Health Information Programme (SHIP)
We provide shipping companies and seafarers with information on staying healthy on board
Seafarers' Mental Health and Wellbeing
A free training package suitable for both individual viewing by all crew and training sessions onboard and ashore
Quench Hydration Campaign
Providing seafarers with the right tools and information to keep hydrated on board
Women Seafarers' Health and Welfare Survey
A joint initiative looking at the health of women seafarers and where it can be improved
ISWAN Photo Competition
Sharing photography by seafarers all over the world
We are grateful to our main funders for their continued support:
