Standing Together: Solidarity with Ukraine at the ITF Congress in Marrakesh
In the midst of one of the most difficult periods in modern history, the Marine Transport Workers’ Trade Union of Ukraine (MTWTU) hosted a poignant event during the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) Congress in Marrakesh, Morocco. This gathering, led
Strengthening Global Seafarer Welfare: A Conversation with the ITF Seafarers’ Trust
At the ITF Congress in Marrakesh, the International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) was honored to attend as a guest, invited by the ITF Seafarers’ Trust. This collaboration between ICMA and the Trust is a testament to the shared commitment to
Supporting Seafarers: Insights and Innovation from the FNAAM Congress
The Congress and General Assembly of the Fédération Nationale des Associations d'Accueil des Marins (FNAAM), hosted by Marin’Accueil in Lorient, proved to be a insightful gathering of maritime welfare organizations, focusing on the well-being of seafarers across France. Held over
Benoit Faist: A Lifelong Commitment to the Sea and Service with La Mission de la Mer Stella Maris France
https://youtu.be/qmSdnpZr7nU Benoit Faist, the General Secretary of La Mission de la Mer Stella Maris France, has lived a life intimately connected with the sea. From his early ambitions to become a seafarer, to his current role as a champion for the
Imagine Marine: Workplace Wellness and Worker Retention
On October 2, 2024, at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, The Canadian Marine Careers Foundation hosted the "Imagine Marine" conference, featuring a panel on "Workplace Wellness." This discussion, moderated by Dr. Jason Zuidema, Executive Director of the North American Maritime