In SEA HEALTH & WELFARE, we believe in a merchant fleet where there is room for everyone regardless of gender, ethnicity, colour of skin, sexual orientation, beliefs, etc. Therefore, we have initiated the campaign ‘Be a buddy – not a bully’ that focuses on harassment and bullying at sea. The message of the campaign is that we take care of each other and that we all have a responsibility to create a healthy and safe working environment at sea.
The campaign is launched on the 1st of September 2019.
How to deal with harassment and bullying? As part of the ‘Be a buddy – not a bully’-campaign, SEA HEALTH & WELFARE has launched a guide for seafarers and shipowners. The guide contains examples of, and solutions to eradicate harassment and bullying. The guide is published in Danish and English and can be downloaded on www.shw.dk.
In the fall of 2019, shipowners with vessels flying the Danish flag will receive a promotional campaign package with a guide, posters and merchandise to create awareness of harassment and bullying at sea. It will be possible to order additional promotional material through SEA HEALTH & WELFARE.
Where do you go when you have experienced harassment and bullying? It can be difficult to find out where to go when you have been exposed to, or witnessed, harassment and bullying on board a ship. SEA HEALTH & WELFARE has, therefore, created a helpline where seafarers can seek confidential and neutral support and guidance. The helpline can be reached through mail, SMS, and phone.
Call or send a text to +45 6015 5824. Write a mail to helpline@shw.dk.
Prevention is always a better and cheaper solution than treatment. Also when it comes to mental health at sea. Therefore, we encourage shipowners to reach out to SEA HEALTH & WELFARE for advice on preventive work against harassment bullying.
SEA HEALTH & WELFARE's consultants can be contacted on +45 7240 2610 og info@shw.dk. Find more about it here www.shw.dk/chikane-og-mobning
