Founder of the 'Human Rights at Sea' international civil society on-line platform and resource focal point for abuses at sea. Human Rights at Sea (HRAS) is a Registered Charity in England and Wales No. 1161673. It has been established for the benefit of the international community for matters concerning explicit engagement with human rights issues in the maritime environment. To promote human righ
ts (as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and subsequent United Nations conventions and declarations) for seafarers, fishermen and others involved in working at sea throughout the world by all or any of the following means:
Increasing global awareness of the explicit requirement for protection of, respect for and provision of effective remedies for human rights abuses at sea through international advocacy, the publishing of case studies and where applicable, the provision of teaching materials. Contributing to the international development of effective, enforceable and accountable remedies for human rights abuses at sea. Investigating and monitoring abuses of Human Rights at Sea. Developing the UN Guiding Principles for Business and Human Rights in the maritime environment. Commenting on and supporting proposed national and international human rights legislation, policies and best practice, where applicable.
