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10 Dec 2023Fostering a New Era: A Call to Adopt the Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at SeaAs the world commemorates Human Rights Day, we stand at the forefront of a transformative movement, advocating for the adoption of the Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea. In a year that also marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights , our mission gains addedLaw Reform and Policy -
29 Nov 2023Marine Insurance Nordics Conference showcases Civil Society Human Rights ImpactHuman Rights at Sea (HRAS) attended the recent Marine Insurance Nordics conference in Oslo , Norway, on 9th - 10th November, engaging with the audience in the ‘Crew Matter’ fireside chat alongside -
16 Nov 2023Opinion | Navigating the AI Revolution: Artificial Intelligence and Protecting Human Rights at SeaThe maritime industry is the backbone of the global economy, responsible for transporting over 90% of the world's goods. But is it sailing into unchartered waters by potentially integrating artificialEquality at Sea -
14 Nov 2023Stella Maris (Ukraine) Reconnects with Human Rights at Sea in OdesaOn 1 November, 19 months since their first meeting amid the early days of the Russian ground invasion, Friar Olegsander (Alex) Smerechynskyy and Human Rights at Sea CEO David Hammond had the opportunity to reunite and share updates. Back in March 2022, their initial meeting took place in a tense -
10 Nov 2023Air Raid Alerts Fail to Stop Human Rights briefings for Ukrainian Marine CadetsOn 31 October 2023, amid the backdrop of air raid alerts and missile launches towards Ukraine, Human Rights at Sea continued with its introductory briefings for cadets at Odesa’s National University’s -
08 Nov 2023Human Rights at Sea: An Exclusive Sky News Interview Sheds Light on Fishing AbusesIn a recent Sky News interview, our CEO, David Hammond, further exposed the stark reality of fishing abuses and the challenges of enforcement at sea. "The reality is that because it's out of sightLaw Reform and Policy -
02 Nov 2023Expanding Human Rights Protections at Sea in Ukraine: A Landmark Field Trip by Human Rights at SeaIn a ground-breaking move, we are actively broadening our impact in Ukraine by engaging with key stakeholders to address improved human rights protections and accountability at sea. During a recent senior leadership field trip to Ukraine, we embarked on a series of meetings with state-levelLaw Reform and Policy -
31 Oct 2023U.S. Coast Guard Takes Bold Steps to Combat Sexual Misconduct in Maritime IndustryIn a commendable move, the U.S. Coast Guard has undertaken significant steps to tackle sexual misconduct within the maritime industry, ensuring the safety and well-being of people at sea globally. TheLaw Reform and Policy -
27 Oct 2023Human Rights at Sea Welcomes Maritime Expert Max Mifsud to Advisory BoardWe are pleased to announce the addition of Max Mifsud, a distinguished maritime expert with over three decades of experience in the shipping industry, to our advisory board. Max's appointment marks aAbout us
