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Seafarers move the world, sustaining our economies and communities – but they routinely face exploitation. The ITF fights for seafarers’ rights.
YOUR RIGHTS
As a seafarer you have rights – employment rights, legal rights, trade union rights and human rights. Ensure you know your rights and what to do when things go wrong.
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We also support vital initiatives like the Maritime Piracy Humanitarian Response Programme (MPHRP) and the Seafarers’ Emergency Fund (SEF), providing urgent assistance to seafarers and their families during crises.
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ITF Seafarers
At ITF Seafarers, we are dedicated to advancing and protecting the rights of seafarers around the world. Our work includes:
Recovering unpaid wages
Supporting seafarers abandoned at sea
Ensuring access to shore leave and medical care
Combating exploitation and criminalisation
Promoting wellbeing and dignity for all seafarers
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What is ITF Seafarers?
ITF Seafarers is a section of the International Transport Workers’ Federation focused on protecting and advancing the rights of seafarers globally.
How can ITF help me if I haven’t been paid?
ITF can help recover unpaid wages through direct action, legal support, and communication with shipowners or flag states on your behalf.
What should I do if I’ve been abandoned at sea?
Contact ITF immediately. We can assist with food, medical care, repatriation, and coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure your safety and return home.
Does ITF provide legal assistance?
Yes, ITF offers legal support to seafarers facing unfair treatment, abandonment, or contractual violations.
What support is available for my family during a crisis?
ITF manages emergency funds like the Seafarers’ Emergency Fund (SEF), which offers financial support to families affected by sudden crises.
Can ITF help in cases of abuse or exploitation?
Yes. ITF investigates and acts on reports of abuse, exploitation, or poor working conditions, and helps ensure that seafarers are treated fairly and with dignity.
Is medical support included in ITF assistance?
Where possible, ITF ensures access to shore leave for medical care and will advocate for urgent treatment if you’re denied it.
How can I contact ITF for help?
You can reach out via the ITF Seafarers website, through your union representative, or by using the ITF Seafarers app to report your case directly
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- info.professionaltradeunioncommitteeofseafarersinsuez.com
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