WHY ASDA?

Because African seafarers deserve more than theory. They deserve:

  • Sea-time access
  • Globally recognized certifications
  • Decent work conditions
  • Pathways to career progression

OUR WORK

    • Cadet Development & Placement.
      • Partnering with shipowners and flag states to place cadets aboard vessels.
      • Supporting local academies to meet STCW compliance.
      • Collaborating with the Nigerian Seafarers Development Programme (NSDP) and similar initiatives.
    • Institutional Capacity Building.
      • Providing technical assistance to MTIs on simulator acquisition and curriculum alignment.
      • Instructor training and STCW model course integration.
      • Organizing exchange programs and regional faculty development forums.
    • Policy & Advocacy.
      • Engaging governments to support local manning rules, cabotage enforcement, and fleet revival.
      • Pushing for better STCW certificate recognition for African countries.
      • Publishing data and policy briefs to influence regional maritime strategies.
    • Seafarer Welfare & Employment.
      • Promoting fair recruitment, anti-abandonment support, and labour rights.
      • Connecting graduates to employment databases and ship managers.
      • Supporting returning seafarers with re-certification and upskilling.

GET INVOLVED

  • For Shipowners:
    • Host cadets on your vessels
    • Support regional training through funding, simulator donations, or curriculum input
  • For Governments:
    • Collaborate on national certification upgrades
    • Support MTIs through grants and capacity development
  • For MTIs & Cadets:
    • Apply for technical support
    • Join our regional training network
    • Participate in ASDA exchange programs
  • For Donors & NGOs:
    • Sponsor scholarships or simulator builds
    • Co-host seafarer rights campaigns
    • Fund policy research and regional dialogues
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