The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) unveiled two new guides to foster allyship within the shipping, cruise, and superyacht industries. The guides, co-sponsored by The Seafarers’ Charity and The UK P&I Club, are part of ISWAN’s campaign, “Safe at Sea…it takes all of us!” which focuses on enhancing women’s safety at sea through male seafarer support. Allyship involves actively supporting those in marginalized groups. In the maritime sector, allyship is vital due to the diverse workforce, where many often feel they are “the only one” in terms of gender, nationality, religion, or other characteristic. The first guide supports seafarers in becoming good allies to their peers. The companion guide helps stakeholders — such as employers and management companies — create a culture of allyship on board. ISWAN emphasizes that allyship can improve individual well-being, professional and personal growth, team dynamics, and safety by reducing harmful behaviors. This is especially crucial for women, who often face challenges like abuse, bullying, harassment, discrimination, and violence. Georgia Allen, ISWAN’s project and relationship manager, highlights the need for a cultural shift. “… Making a real commitment both to being a good ally to seafarers and to proactively fostering a culture of allyship is a concrete step that maritime stakeholders can take towards achieving the structural change that is needed for women seafarers to experience safe and rewarding careers. …Being good allies to one another is a very powerful way for all seafarers to benefit from a greater sense of safety, inclusion, and belonging at sea.” ISWAN’s guides are available for free download.