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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 Development -
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 - -
06 Aug 2023Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea Commentary IssuedThe first Commentary to accompany the Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea has been issued providing a strategic overview of the need, contribution and impact that the soft-law instrument will have. The Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea (the Declaration) is a civil society initiatedLaw Reform and Policy Development -
29 Jul 2023Russia In The Black Sea. The Law Of Armed Conflict At Sea Needs Due Consideration Alongside UNCLOS.The Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) applicable at sea must be considered alongside the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982 and military intent of the Kremlin for influence of RussianAccess to JusticeLaw Reform and Policy Development -
24 Jul 2023New Zealand Government Department Seeks Public Review of Maritime Levy Options for Seafarer Welfare FundingThe New Zealand Government Department responsible for maritime matters is conducting a public review of maritime levy options for delivering sustainable onshore seafarer welfare funding. Since 2019Law Reform and Policy Development -
21 Jul 2023Human Rights at Sea Cautiously Welcomes Mr. Arsenio Antonio Dominguez Velasco as the New IMO Secretary GeneralMr. Arsenio Antonio Dominguez Velasco (Republic of Panama) has been elected as the Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), with effect from 1 January 2024, for an initial term of four years. Human Rights at Sea (HRAS) congratulates the Secretary General Elect on a -
17 Jul 2023UN Association Human Rights Briefing in UK House of LordsHuman Rights at Sea (HRAS) conducted an in-person update briefing for the UN Association Westminster Branch in the UK House of Lords on 12 July 2023. Nine years ago, CEO David Hammond, was firstAbout usLaw Reform and Policy Development -
22 Jun 2023Geneva Declaration on Human Rights at Sea Receives Ukrainian EngagementOn Wednesday 14 June 2023, an online briefing in close co-operation with the Ukrainian International Law Association was held with State, legal, academic and local attendees from across Ukraine andAccess to JusticeLaw Reform and Policy Development
