Women Offshore's fight for safety and equality in maritime

In this episode, we sit down with Liz Schmidt, the Executive Director of Women Offshore, to discuss the vital role of women in the maritime industry. In conversation with Emma Howell from Seatrade Maritime Liz shares the inspiring journey of Women Offshore, from its inception as a podcast and blog in 2017 to its evolution into a non-profit organisation advocating for women in maritimeWe delve into the impact of the Midshipman X scandal, the Safer Seas Act, and the ongoing challenges women face at sea.Liz also highlights the organization's initiatives for career development and mentorship, and the importance of expanding support for women globally.The conversation covers:An overview of Women OffshoreThe Midshipman-X scandalThe Safer Seas ActCareer development initiativesMentorship programmesGlobal expansion plansCollaboration with other organisationsThe importance of diversity in maritimeListen to the full episode now to learn moreIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads. Feel free also to recommend the show to a friend or colleague that you think would enjoy it.  For the latest news on the shipping and maritime industries, visit www.searade-maritime.com.Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn