19/12/2025
'Interesting insights. In my role as an external confidential advisor and international coach for seafarers and shore-based personnel, I have noticed that asking for support within the maritime sector is often a significant step. By offering coaching and support entirely online (e-coaching), we significantly lower that threshold for both the fleet and office staff. After all, a safe haven starts with the certainty that you can tell your story confidentially anywhere in the world. It is important that this topic receives the attention it deserves.'
WMU hosted the kickoff meeting for the SEA-CARE Project, a two-year effort supported by the Erasmus+ Programme. The initiative focuses on improving care for seafarers often work under intense stress, isolation, and challenging conditions, yet those who provide crisis support frequently lack consistent training.
SEA-CARE aims to change that by developing and piloting a systematic, adaptable, standardized training programme that equips maritime Crisis Responders with the knowledge and skills they need to offer high-quality, timely assistance. The project represents a major investment in the mental health and wellbeing of the global seafaring community.
Project partners include Deutsche Seemannsmission e.V. (DSM), Nederlandse Zeevarenden Centrale (NZC), Stichting Pastoraat Werkers Overzee (SPWO), and Antwerp Seafarers’ Welfare vzw (ASW). WMU's role will include developing curriculum content, training materials, and e-learning modules.
