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March 2025
Dear Supporter,
Welcome to the March edition of Seapost, The Seafarers' Charity's e-newsletter. We’re so grateful for your continued support and we’ve packed this edition with exciting updates and ways you can make a real difference. We hope you enjoy reading it!
Best wishes,
Luca Selvaggio
Editor
Become part of the Ecosystem of Support with a Lasting Donation
By leaving a gift in your Will to The Seafarers' Charity, you can help secure a brighter future for those who dedicate their lives to the sea. Seafarers face dangerous conditions and long periods away from their families. Your legacy will provide them with essential support when they need it most.
Your gift will fund vital services like mental health support, financial aid, and emergency assistance, ensuring that seafarers are cared for throughout their careers. Together, we can create an ecosystem of support that strengthens their resilience and well-being.
Leaving a gift in your Will is a meaningful way to make a lasting difference. Your generosity will ensure seafarers continue to receive the care they deserve for years to come.
Go to Greater Heights for Seafarers
On 5–6 July, take on our flagship event, the 24 Peaks Challenge, and push your limits in support of seafarers and their families.
Covering 33 miles and 13,000 ft of ascent in the stunning Lake District, this two-day endurance challenge is as tough as it is rewarding. Choose from Gold (24 Peaks), Silver (21 Peaks), or Bronze (7 Peaks + paddleboarding) and help make a difference in seafarers’ lives.
We’re thrilled to welcome back BMT, Maersk, and Carisbrooke as they take on the challenge again this year—will you join them?
HRH The Princess Royal Chairs Maritime UK National Council
On 5 March, our Chief Executive and a Director of Maritime UK, Deborah Layde, attended Maritime UK’s Board Meeting and National Council, which was chaired by HRH The Princess Royal.
The session focused on collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and future skills, with Her Royal Highness gaining valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector.
At The Seafarers' Charity, we are proud to be a member of Maritime UK, enabling us to play an active role in shaping the future of the maritime industry and ensuring that the welfare and safety of seafarers remain a priority.
National Fishing Remembrance Day 2025
National Fishing Remembrance Day, on Sunday 11 May 2025, is a time to reflect on the lives lost in the fishing industry and raise awareness of the dangers of this crucial yet hazardous profession.
It’s a day to honour the men and women who risk their lives at sea to provide seafood for the nation. This day also serves as an opportunity to focus on improving safety practices within the industry to prevent future tragedies. We encourage everyone to get involved.
Supporting the Next Generation of Maritime Professionals
At The Seafarers' Charity, we are proud to fund initiatives that provide young people with the tools and opportunities to build successful careers in the maritime and fishing industries.
Through our funding and partnerships, we strive to eliminate financial barriers and nurture the next generation of talent.
Check out our latest blog to learn about the organisations we’ve supported and the real impact they’re making.
Empowering Women in Maritime: Celebrating IWD 2025
At The Seafarers’ Charity, we are committed to ensuring that the welfare and support needs of women at sea are recognised and addressed. On International Women's Day 2025, we celebrated their vital contributions and reaffirmed our dedication to advancing equity. Through funding research into women’s experiences on cargo ships and supporting initiatives that promote psychological safety, mentorship, and wellbeing, we are proud to drive the acceleration of progress for women at sea.
Empowering the next generation of seafarers in the West of Scotland
This month, we’re highlighting the Clyde Coastal Training Scheme, a program that is empowering the next generation of seafarers in the West of Scotland. Thanks to our funding, the scheme has opened life-changing opportunities for individuals like Harry, who, with no prior fishing experience, gained vital certifications and secured a paid placement. Our support has helped expand the program, providing essential training, hands-on experience, and guidance to local people, particularly those who might not have considered a career at sea.
