The Seamen's Church Institute (SCI) promotes the safety, dignity and improved working environment for the men and women serving in North American and international maritime workplaces. Founded in 1834, the Institute is a voluntary, ecumenical agency affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Take a closer look…
Shore Leave
As US senators and President Obama seek to enact immigration reform this year, they also stand in a position to make some important decisions
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2012 Survey Reveals Limited Access to Shore July 18, 2012 Reports from SCI’s 2012 Shore Leave Survey show a continued need for convenient seafarers’ access to shore leave. More...
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Speaking Out for Shore Leave January 11, 2012 Headlines of a shore leave access denial of US mariners in a Brazilian port brought attention to the restrictive policies limiting seafarers’ ability to disembark while working abroad. SCI’s Douglas More...
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Nautical Institute 2006, Houston, TX
April 11, 2006
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Maritime and Port Security 2005
February 2, 2005
Marine LogMaritime and Port Security 2005Washington, DC Restrictions on Shore Leave: Any movement on this issue? by Douglas B. Stevenson, Esq.Director of SCI's Center for Seafarers' Rights Summary...
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Maritime Legislation Regulation & Policy 2004
September 24, 2004
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