Cases of sexual harassment and social mis-conduct can happen on-board when seafarers, both men and women, are exposed to working together without adequate behavioural education.

How can IWSF help

• IWSF continuously trains and guides all its women members about the desired social conduct on-board.
• The buddy concept: IWSF can remain in touch with the women seafarers during their sailing period.
• IWSF can help companies incorporate the right policies and training for its seafarers and shore staff.
• IWSF can provide case studies of reported incidents to ship managers.
• IWSF can provide assistance to ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) as independent investigator.