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Posted On: 5/19/2026, 8:30:25 AM
Last Update: 5/19/2026, 8:30:25 AM
The goal of this year's IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, which takes place on May 18, is to integrate gender equality into the maritime sector at all levels, both on land and at sea.
The day's theme, “From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence,” emphasises initiatives to turn global goals and pledges into concrete steps that will improve the lives of women working in the industry, from shore-side professionals to seafarers.
IMO, Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez emphasised the need for introspection regarding gender diversity in the maritime sector, acknowledging ongoing challenges and calling for actionable measures to achieve substantial change beyond mere rhetoric.
On 18 May, the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) will host a special event at its headquarters in London, focusing on the importance of gender mainstreaming and the ongoing challenges in the maritime sector.
Moreover, the in-person event, which will include full interpretation, aims to amplify women's voices and will also be livestreamed on the IMO's YouTube channel.
The event, initiated by Dominguez, showcases various maritime experts and advocates discussing best practices for transforming commitment into actionable outcomes. A key feature will be the unveiling of the Handbook on Gender Mainstreaming, presented by Professor Momoko Kitada from the World Maritime University.
Likewise, the Handbook is a practical resource aimed at assisting maritime administrations, shipping companies, ports, and maritime training institutions in incorporating gender perspectives into their policies, procedures, and operations.
Professor Kitada will be awarded the 2026 IMO Gender Equality Award.
The International Day for Women in Maritime is celebrated annually on 18 May, as established by resolution A.1170(32) from the IMO Assembly.
Remarkably, this day highlights the contributions of women in the maritime industry and encourages initiatives for their recruitment, retention, and career advancement within the sector.
It aligns with the IMO's dedication to achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5, which focuses on gender equality.
IMO’s Women in Maritime programme, initiated in 1988, aims to bolster women's participation in the maritime sector via training, visibility, and recognition.
However, challenges persist, with women comprising less than 20% of the onshore maritime workforce and under 2% of seafarers worldwide, highlighting ongoing under-representation in the field.
Maritime Training Courses cover the Gender Mainstreaming Handbook for Women in Maritime Day, which outlines the key principles of incorporating gender perspectives into maritime policies, recognises the day's role in promoting visibility and equality for women in the sector, and provides practical tools and best practices to assist institutions in improving recruitment, retention, and advancement opportunities for women across the maritime industry.
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