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13 Sep 2023Human Rights at Sea Celebrates A Decade of Defending Human Rights WorldwideFor the past decade, Human Rights at Sea has been an unwavering force, standing up for the human rights of those who are often silenced around the world, regardless of their background or origin. And now, as we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, it's time to reflect on our journey so far and lookAbout us -
11 Sep 2023Addressing Seafarers' Vulnerability to Sexual Crimes at Sea and Lack of Accountability in the IndustrySexual violence, including harassment and assault, is a traumatic matter and is recognised as a crime across the globe, yet victims often struggle to get justice. Why? In a recent interview withEquality at Sea -
30 Aug 2023Sustainable New Zealand Welfare Funding Mechanism Close to Agreement but Rivalries RemainCommentary. Human Rights at Sea has been working with welfare organisations, advocacy groups, membership bodies and state authorities in New Zealand to achieve sustainable onshore welfare facilities -
30 Aug 202356 Organisations Warn of Mounting Deaths in the Mediterranean Due to Obstruction and Detention of Civil Rescue VesselsHuman Rights at Sea (HRAS) has joined like-minded organisations calling for an immediate end to the deliberate obstruction and detention of civil rescue vessels in the Central Mediterranean, recognised as the World's most dangerous maritime migrant route. Adding our signature to the collectiveAccess to JusticeMigrants & Refugees -
24 Aug 2023Leading Marine Insurer Gard AS supports Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at SeaHuman Rights at Sea is delighted that the leading Marine Insurer Gard has publicly supported the ongoing development of the Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea. In a recent and powerful ‘Insight -
23 Aug 2023Finding Freedom at Sea? An Interview with Dr Aidan McQuade OBE23 August is the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. Yet, more people are in slavery today than at any other time in history. It is hard to imagine that in aSlavery at Sea -
18 Aug 2023Papua New Guinea Fisheries Respond to Human Rights at Sea Fisheries QuestionnaireThe Fishing Industry Association of Papua New Guinea (FIA PNG) has responded to Human Rights at Sea’s International Fisheries and Aquaculture Certifications, Standards and Ratings Ecosystem Questionnaire 1.0. In a detailed response, FIA PNG has outlined how its Responsible Sourcing Policy (RSP)Law Reform and Policy -
14 Aug 2023The Superyacht ‘Me Too’ Moment? Below Deck sexual harassment and violence incidents show need for better protections at seaOpinion Sexual harassment and sexual violence is never ok. This includes within the superyacht community. Viewers of the reality TV series ‘Below Deck’ will be familiar with the antics of the crewsAccess to JusticeEquality at Sea -
11 Aug 2023Ukrainian International Law Association Publishes Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at SeaThe Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea (GDHRAS) and accompanying Commentary has been published in the 2 nd Edition 2023 of the Ukrainian International Law Association journal. From pages 67 -
