31/08/2026
Strengthening Mental Wellbeing in Maritime Education
Capt. Savio Ramos, General Secretary, Maritime Union of India (MUI), attended the 3rd Training of Trainers Programme on Mental Health and Stress Management for Maritime Faculty, bringing together maritime professionals, faculty members, and trainers to strengthen mental health awareness in maritime education.
The programme, attended by distinguished maritime professionals and trainers including Capt. Anish Joseph, Dr. Syed Asif Altaf, Mr. Binish Kumar, Dr. Kusum Kanwar and Liza, Trainer for TOT on Stress Management, focused on equipping maritime faculty with the knowledge and tools to recognise and address mental health and stress-related challenges among students and future seafarers.
The programme builds on the MoU with the Directorate General of Shipping and the successful completion of two previous Training of Trainers programmes.
MUI remains committed to promoting the welfare, dignity, and wellbeing of seafarers and supporting initiatives that help build a healthier, safer, and more resilient maritime community.
A healthy mind makes a safer seafarer and a stronger maritime industry.