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. Moderated by Rich Shively from the Seattle Seafarers’ Center, the session brought together interns from diverse seafarer ministries across the country, including Lisa Hardy from Canaveral, […]
The Admiral of the Ocean Sea (AOTOS) Awards, held in New York City on October 25, 2024, was a powerful celebration of resilience and dedication within the U.S. maritime industry. Hosted by the United Seamen’s Service (USS), the event brought together leaders and advocates from every corner of the maritime sector to recognize those who […]
The 2024 NAMEPA Annual Conference and Marine Environment Protection Awards, held on October 24 in New York City, placed a significant focus on the topic of risk in the maritime industry, particularly as it pertains to the welfare and safety of seafarers. With a diverse range of speakers, the event explored the complexity of managing […]
In the midst of one of the most difficult periods in modern history, the Marine Transport Workers’ Trade Union of Ukraine (MTWTU) hosted a poignant event during the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Congress in Marrakesh, Morocco. This gathering, led by Oleg Grygoriuk, Chairman of the MTWTU, was a powerful testament to the strength and […]
At the ITF Congress in Marrakesh, the International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) was honored to attend as a guest, invited by the ITF Seafarers’ Trust. This collaboration between ICMA and the Trust is a testament to the shared commitment to improve the welfare and wellbeing of seafarers globally. The ITF Seafarers’ Trust, a registered charity […]
The Congress and General Assembly of the Fédération Nationale des Associations d’Accueil des Marins (FNAAM), hosted by Marin’Accueil in Lorient, proved to be a insightful gathering of maritime welfare organizations, focusing on the well-being of seafarers across France. Held over a two-day period, October 12-13, the event combined a variety of discussions, workshops, and strategy […]
Benoit Faist, the General Secretary of La Mission de la Mer Stella Maris France, has lived a life intimately connected with the sea. From his early ambitions to become a seafarer, to his current role as a champion for the rights and wellbeing of those who work on the oceans, Faist’s journey is one of […]
On October 2, 2024, at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, The Canadian Marine Careers Foundation hosted the “Imagine Marine” conference, featuring a panel on “Workplace Wellness.” This discussion, moderated by Dr. Jason Zuidema, Executive Director of the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) and co-vice chair of the Canadian National Seafarers’ Welfare Board, brought to […]
The recent Stella Maris regional meeting, held right after the NAMMA (North American Maritime Ministry Association) Conference, was an opportunity to deepen spiritual engagement and practical ministry for seafarers. The gathering was filled with prayer, reflection, and dialogue, all aimed at exploring the theme of spirituality within port ministry. The close proximity to the NAMMA […]
On September 25, the North American Maritime Ministry Association (NAMMA) presented its Distinguished Service Awards to two individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the welfare of seafarers: The Rev’d Judith Alltree and Rev. Philip Vandercook. Their decades-long contributions to maritime ministry were celebrated during the conference by NAMMA President, Dcn. Paul Rosenblum. The […]
