#56 Notice, Support, Speak: Standing Together Against Harassment with Toni Frost from Safer Waves

In this episode, we’re joined by Toni Frost from Safer Waves, a charity dedicated to providing confidential support to seafarers who’ve experienced sexual harassment or abuse while working at sea.We dive into a crucial topic affecting crew culture across the industry: what happens when someone witnesses inappropriate behaviour onboard - and why speaking up truly matters. Whether it’s a comment that crosses the line or something more serious, knowing how to respond can make all the difference.Toni shares practical, compassionate advice for crew members on how to intervene safely and respectfully. One key tool she introduces is the 5 D’s method - a simple, effective framework for bystander intervention that anyone can use.Find out more about Safer Waves here.Follow Safer Waves on Instagram - @safer_wavesFollow us - @burgessyachtcrew