One hundred and growing – Sailors’ Society Peer-to-Peer Support Groups

Global maritime charity Sailors’ Society has just launched its 100th Peer-to-Peer Support Group.

CEO Sara Bade said: “We are delighted to see how these groups, which provide a safe and confidential place to talk with those in the same boat, but not on the same ship, have grown and grown.

“We launched these groups because we know seafarers can face real feelings of isolation and anxiety and it’s not always easy to share this with your fellow crew or employers.”

In March 2022, the Society’s confidential WhatsApp groups were expanded to include those caught up in the Ukrainian conflict and since then the charity has added groups for female seafarers, those about to go to sea, Captains, maritime pilots and families.

For more information or to join a Peer-to-Peer Support Group go to: sailors-society.org/peer-to-peer-support-new
Source: Sailors’ Society