Course Description: 

This training is aimed at seafarers and persons who have interactions with seafarers, and are in a role which influences seafarers’ recruitment, wellbeing and life on board. This includes shipowners, operators and maritime shore-based personnel. ​​

 Through this training, participants will learn about work-cultures which reduce the likelihood of sexual harassment, learn to identify sexual harassment and understand its impact on crew and the daily operations of a vessel. They will also learn what to do if they experience or witness sexual harassment. ​

​Sexual Harassment training is mandatory under the STCW Convention as of January 2026 for all seafarers. 

Training required : 

Maritime Professionals, Mariners

Learning objectives:

    At the end of the training course the participant shall:

·        Analyse situations and recognise sexual harassment​

·        Understand the conditions that make the maritime context more at risk than others​

·        Analyse common sexual harassment myths​

·        Understand who is more likely to be a target of sexual harassment​

     Remember how to report sexual harassment

Sections:

·          Section 1: Introduction – What is Sexual Harassment​

·          Section 2: Sexual Harassment and Gender (Male-to-Male Sexual Harassment)​

·          Section 3: The Culture on Board ​

·          Section 4: The Effects of Sexual Harassment​

·          Section 5: Myths about Sexual Harassment​

·          Section 6: Organisational Responsibilities​

·          Section 7: Reflective Exercise and What to Do if you Become Aware of Sexual Harassment​

·          Section 8: How to Report Sexual Harassment if you are the Target​

           Section 9: Case Studies​