Advancing Gender Equality in the Maritime Sector
The IMOGENder Network is made up of representatives and interested stakeholders at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) that focuses on promoting gender equality within the maritime sector. This network aims to create a more inclusive environment by supporting the advancement and empowerment of women in maritime professions.
IMOGENder's flagship programmes include, 'Women on Board Mentor Programme', 'Best Practices and Resource Guide' to support the Recruitment & Retention of Women in the Maritime Industry,' and 'Open House Workshops' all of which are designed to create tangible pathways towards change. Additionally, IMOGENder Network supports school visits to the IMO and fosters connections with industry stakeholders. Dive into our current explorations.
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Women On Board!
Mentor Programme
The IMOGENder Network flagship programme is an exciting opportunity for members to partner with female students from the World Maritime University (WMU) and International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI). Members support and empower the next generation of women in the maritime industry.
Open House Workshops
Initiative that invites members to host events at their respective embassies and facilitate workshops to work towards addressing issues of gender-equality In the maritime industry.
Best Practice
Guide
Best Practices and Resources to support the Recruitment & Retention of Women in the Maritime Industry is a resource that brings together the best practices and resources specifically for employers in the maritime sector to improve the recruitment and retention of women in the maritime industry.
School Visits to IMO HQ
The school visits initiative is intended to inspire the next generation but bringing them to the IMO and learning about the work members are involved in.
Terms of Reference for
IMOGender Network
IMO Technical Cooperation Committee 71st Session
2019
Establishment of the IMOGENder Network Assembly 31 adopted Resolution A.1147(31) ‘Preserving the Legacy of the World Maritime Theme for 2019: Achieving a Barrier-Free Working Environment for Women In the Maritime Sector’ formally recognizing the IMOGENder Network.
2021
Established the “Women on Board” Mentorship Programme with the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) and World Maritime University (WMU) with the aim of providing a platform for knowledge sharing, and a coordinated effort to advance gender equality within the maritime community.
2022
The 'IMO Gender Equality Award' was put forward by IMOGENder Network Members, and was approved by the Council during its 128th session (C 128), to annually honour an individual who has made significant contributions to advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women in the maritime sector.
2023
In 2023, we mourned the loss of our beloved Member, Mrs. Mandana Mansoorian, who served as the Deputy Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the International Maritime Organization and was also the Vice-Chair of the IMO Technical Cooperation Committee. In her memory, IMOGENder honoured her family with an award celebrating her vast contribution to equality and capacity-building.
2024
The first IMOGENder Network supported school visit to IMO HQ was held to improve understanding of global maritime issues and inspires future contributions to maritime affairs.
2024
Open House initiative launched where members organise events such as workshops at their respective embassies aimed at tackling gender inequality , and focusing on practical solutions. The inaugural one, ‘Women in Maritime: Identifying Concrete Actions to Get Beyond 2%’ was held at Canada House.
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BUILD A COMMUNITY that promotes the consideration of gender perspectives on safety, security,
environment, facilitation of maritime trade, and technical cooperation issues in the
maritime sector.
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SUPPORT EFFORTS to collect data on female participation at all levels in the maritime sector in
order to inform evidence-based policies and regulations at the national and international
level.
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HIGHLIGHTING AND SHARING information on the contributions of women to the maritime sector and the remaining barriers that women face in the maritime sector.
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SHARE BEST PRACTICES on advancing women in the maritime sector.
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SUPPORT the IMO’s implementation of the UN 2030 Agenda by promoting
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5 and supporting initiatives to advance SDGs 9, 13, and 14.
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ADVOCATE for effective national policies towards removing barriers and improving female
participation in maritime professions at all levels.
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SHARE AND PROMOTE career, education and training opportunities for women in the maritime
sector.
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WORK TO SUPPORT the attainment of the objectives of the Assembly Resolution A.1147(31) Preserving the Legacy of the World Maritime Theme 2019 and Achieving a Barrier-Free Working Environment for Women in the Maritime Sector