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NAMMA Conference 2026

Date: August 4-6, 2026

Introduction: Seafarers’ welfare organizations have displayed remarkable adaptability in addressing ever-evolving challenges. NAMMA’s 2026 conference, held from August 4-6 in Philadelphia, PA, aims to empower these organizations in their mission to serve effectively. Over 125 delegates are expected from both local and international seafarers’ welfare groups, and a welcome extended to partners within the broader maritime community.

Our local sponsor and partner for this event is the Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI) of Philadelphia & South Jersey, a trusted presence in Greater Philadelphia since 1843. With deep historic roots serving seafarers in the region, SCI has evolved over time to meet the changing needs of maritime workers—transitioning from a floating chapel on the Delaware River to a full-service facility in Center City, and now operating out of the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Today, SCI continues its mission through mobile shipboard services, offering hospitality, advocacy, and support to seafarers arriving in the Port of Philadelphia and wider region.

Registration (coming soon)

Conference Venue: Philadelphia Marriott Old City, 1 Dock Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Hotel room booking link here. ($179USD+tax)

Schedule (developing)

  • Monday 3 August
    • [5 p.m. – 9 p.m. – NAMMA Board Meeting]
  • Tuesday 4 August
    • [7 a.m. – denominational prayer]
    • 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. – Registration Booth Open
    • [10 a.m. – Conference Begins]
    • 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Session 1
    • 12 p.m. – Lunch (in hotel)
    • 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. – Session 2
    • 4:00 p.m. – Opening ecumenical worship
    • 7:30 p.m. – Dinner
  • Wednesday 25 September
    • [7 a.m. – denominational prayer]
    • 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Sessions 3 and 4
    • 12 p.m – 1 p.m. – Lunch (in hotel)
    • 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Sessions 5 and 6 (NAMMA AGM and Updates)
    • 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – Dinner (in hotel)
  • Thursday 6 August
    • [7 a.m. – denominational prayer]
    • 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Session 7 and 8
    • 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. – Lunch (in hotel)
    • 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. – Sessions 9 and 10
    • 5 p.m. [Conference Ends]
    • 5:30 p.m. – Dinner (in hotel)
  • Friday 7 August
    • Departures or denominational meetings

Contact: executivedirector@namma.org

Conference Program Committee: Dr. Jason Zuidema (NAMMA), Helene Pierson (SCI Philadelphia & South Jersey) (local contact)

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