Seafarers delivering Christmas

09.12.2020
Several shipping and seafarer organizations teamed up for the “Seafarers delivering Christmas” initiative, which aims to pay special tribute to seafarers this holiday season. Read on for some activities and resources you may access to make this holiday season more festive:

Festive Christmas countdown



From the International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN): An interactive Christmas countdown that lets you open doors that reveal ideas for onboard activities, trivia, and even prize giveaways!

Check ISWAN's countdown here.



Christmas mass or carol service

The International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) offers online access to its Christmas services. Click here to visit their website.



Support helplines

There are various international organizations providing a wide range of free services for seafarers, most of which are available 24 hours a day. Click on the name of the organization to contact their helpline:

Mission to Seafarers Chat to a Chaplain 24/7 MtS and ICMA chaplains available to talk
Stella Maris Offers a listing of Catholic chaplains in ports around the world


Wellbeing support tools

ISWAN also offers a number of downloadable resources and guides to promote psychological wellbeing at sea. These practical techniques and strategies may be helpful in getting through the holiday season of an equally extraordinary year: