The Seamen's Church Institute (SCI) promotes the safety, dignity and improved working environment for the men and women serving in North American and international maritime workplaces. Founded in 1834, the Institute is a voluntary, ecumenical agency affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Take a closer look…
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As US senators and President Obama seek to enact immigration reform this year, they also stand in a position to make some important decisions
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Meeting Reinforces Relations with Ukraine November 28, 2012 The Director of SCI’s Center for Seafarers’ Rights recently met with a special human rights commissioner for the Ukraine, home to thousands of the world’s seafarers, to discuss problems facing men More...
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Fulfilling Maritime Convention’s Promise August 22, 2012 The Director of SCI’s Center for Seafarers’ Rights weighs in on the importance of the the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006, set to come into force in a year’s time. Stevenson calls it “the most More...
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Speaking Out for Shore Leave
January 11, 2012
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Conference Examines ‘Most Vital Resource’
February 16, 2011
Douglas B. Stevenson, Director of SCI's Center for Seafarers' Rights spoke about requirements to promote and establish shore-based seafarers’ welfare facilities at the third annual Bahamas...
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USCG Captain of the Port Visits SCI
July 14, 2010
USCG Captain Linda L. Fagan with SCI’s President & Executive Director, the Rev. David M. Rider, and Director of SCI’s Center for Seafarers’ Rights, Douglas B. Stevenson, during a visit to the...
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FAQs about Piracy and SCI's response
April 16, 2009
Responding to Piracy Douglas B. StevensonDirector, Center for Seafarers’ RightsThe Seamen’s Church Institute
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Marine Log Maritime & Port Security 2009
January 27, 2009
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