In a major development, The ITF Seafarers’ Trust announced the launch of an emergency fund to address the impact of the COVID19 global pandemic on seafarers and their families, reports Safety4Sea.
Lifeline for Welfare ServicesThe so-called ITFST COVID-19 Welfare Fund also aims to provide a lifeline for welfare services at risk due to the financial impact the virus has had on business and fundraising and activities.
Primary ObjectivesIn particular, the fund has two main purposes:
- to facilitate...
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