SEAFARERS have always been acknowledged as the core of the shipping industry, the unsung heroes of global trade and commerce, and the indispensables.
They are celebrated on certain days of the year, featured on media platforms and conferred with awards.What happens out at sea is different, however. Seafarers remain a 'number' in economic dialogues, a 'percentage' of prey in geopolitical conflicts, and the source of business for many corporations.Such has been the way for decades that the very same industry benefitting from seafarers find it difficult to look after their welfare.Stella Maris knows.
The United Kingdom-based international maritime charity supports seafarers, fishermen and their families worldwide through practical, pastoral and spiritual services regardless of religion, race or creed. It is the largest ship-visiting charity in the world, with representations in 56 countries and 354 ports.
The Talk Of Seafarers' Welfare
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