Mental Wellbeing
At West, by prioritising mental wellbeing, we aim to cultivate a positive and resilient environment where every crew member can thrive, both on and off the water. Our support includes access to mental health resources and guides, counselling services with a trauma-informed approach to crew wellbeing in marine causalities, and more. Additionally, through our partnership with the Sailor's Society's "Wellness at Sea" programme, we offer seafarer training, support groups, and a 24/7 confidential helpline.
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In today’s hyper-connected world, seafarers and shoreside staff alike are exposed to a relentless stream of global news. From geopolitical unrest to climate emergencies, the headlines rarely pause, and neither does our access to them.
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Wellness at Sea
Since the pandemic hit, more than half of rotational workers, including seafarers, are suffering increased stress and anxiety, according to the SOS Foundation and Affinity Health at Work study ‘Mental Health and the Remote Rotational Workforce’ (2021).
Qwest Care: Crew Mental Health
Awareness of mental health issues in the maritime industry is increasing, though careful consideration of next steps is vital, writes Dr Rachel Glynn-Williams, Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Director of Recall Recover Ltd, Consultants to Qwest Care
MLC and Abandoned Seafarers - The Theory and the Practice
The 2014 amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC) entered into force in early 2017 with the aim of protecting seafarers who had been abandoned by their employers.
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