In its quest for promoting and supporting women seafarers, the IWSF has achieved the following milestones in its 6 years of existence:
Employed over 60 women seafarers and continuously seeks to improve the employment of women seafarers, both on-board and ashore.
Mentored, supported, guided, and provided assistance in fighting against sexual harassment cases to over 25 women seafarers.
Successfully conducted Maritime Awareness campaigns in close to 30 schools/underprivileged institutions/shelter homes/orphanages, reaching over 2000 students.
A part of ISWAN's 'Special Purpose Group, DG's 'Maritime Vision', and several other maritime groups.
Conducted a safety awareness campaign for fishermen along the South Indian coast jointly with Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS).
Worked jointly with DG and a special committee to prepare DG Notice 7 of 2019, the first-ever guidelines for the employment of women seafarers in India.
Recently launched a YouTube channel to educate the general public about how to enter this challenging and rewarding career in the merchant navy.
Regularly shares information and conducts seminars to bring to light pressing issues related to women seafarers.