The Fishermen’s Mission: 143 Years of “Christianity with Sleeves Rolled Up”
Dr. Jason Zuidema of the International Christian Maritime Association recently interviewed Marc Evans, the Chief Executive of The Fishermen’s Mission since March 2022, to discuss the organization’s enduring legacy and the critical support it provides to fishing communities across the
Navigating Challenges: Insights from Commodore Jim Scorer on the Welfare of Shipmasters
The MARE Report had an opportunity to speak with Commodore Jim Scorer is Secretary-General of the International Federation of Shipmasters’ Associations (IFSMA) on the margins of a recent IMO-ILO joint meeting in Geneva on the fair treatment of seafarers accused
Strategic Planning at Foyer des Marins Sept-Îles Celebrates 50 Years of Service and Sets a Vision for the Future
The Foyer des Marins Sept-Îles, also known as the Apostolat de la Mer, marked a pivotal moment in its history with a strategic planning session held at the offices of the Port of Sept-Îles on November 19. This gathering brought
Canadian National Seafarers’ Welfare Board Awards First Elisabeth Bertrand Humble Servant Award to Patricia Sarazen
Ottawa, ON — November 14, 2024 — The Canadian National Seafarers’ Welfare Board (CNSWB) is honored to announce Patricia “Patty” Sarazen, Administrator of the Ministry to Seafarers in Montreal, as the inaugural recipient of the Elisabeth Bertrand Humble Servant Award. Named
Canadian National Seafarers’ Welfare Board Meets in Ottawa
On November 13, 2024, the Canadian National Seafarers’ Welfare Board (CNSWB) convened during the Canadian Marine Advisory Council (CMAC) meeting at the Rogers Shaw Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. This gathering underscored the commitment of industry, government, labour, and welfare organizations
The Bridge Seafarers’ Centre Is Now in Rotterdam’s MiniWorld
Marc van Buren from Miniworld in Oostvoorne and Ton van Hoorn from Stichting Meemaken in Miniatuur came up with the idea. Arend Boer from Stichting Welzijn Zeevarenden Rotterdam supported it, and the result is remarkable: Zeemanshuis The Bridge has found
Empowering the Next Generation: Best Practices for Impactful Internship Programs
https://vimeo.com/1014352113?share=copy NAMMA Conference Newark Day 3 - Session 9 - Intern Best Practices At the 2024 NAMMA Conference in Newark, NJ, a lively panel discussion featuring interns from the NAMMA Summer Intern Program shared valuable insights into what makes an internship successful.