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45%

of women working at sea reported sexual harassment 

173

sexual assaults or rape cases occurred on one cruise line over five years

0

alleged perpetrators prosecuted in these cases

 

 

Everyone has the right to be treated equally, without discrimination. Despite this, violence, sexual harassment and discrimination are prevalent at sea, and victims often cannot get justice.

Women at sea can face gender-based violence, the gender-pay gap, challenges in career advancement and sexism. 

People who identify as LGBTQ+ often face double discrimination. Firstly, they may face stigma from their crewmates, and secondly, depending on the flag state of the vessel, they may be committing a crime by simply being gay at sea.

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How is our work helping?

We highlight the problem and bring public attention to the prevalence and impact of inequality at sea.

We provide information and guidance for victims of discrimination and violence on how to obtain justice.

We engage with the maritime sector to understand what they are currently doing to eradicate violence against women from their locations, and we will work with them to improve their standards and practices.

We highlight companies and individuals who do not protect individuals equally or adequately.

We lobby for legislation similar to the USA Cruise Passenger Protection Act of 2013 to be implemented internationally.

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