Thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey. ISWAN is enhancing its Seafarer Education Awareness Session (SEAS) programme to create a dedicated induction module for cadets and trainee seafarers. Through this survey, we aim to better understand the challenges faced by cadets and young seafarers, especially during training and the first sail, as well as the kind of support and guidance you feel is most valuable at the start of your career. Your responses will help us design a practical and meaningful SEAS module that prepares cadets not only for the professional demands of shipping but also for the personal challenges of life at sea. By sharing your experiences, you will be contributing to stronger support systems for future cadets and trainee seafarers like yourself.

ISWAN Seafarer Education and Awareness Session (SEAS) 
SEAS is an ISWAN initiative for maritime students, aspiring, and experienced seafarers. It equips participants with practical knowledge, coping skills, and mental health awareness to transition smoothly from academy to ship life. Delivered by experts, SEAS builds resilience, adaptability, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity, while raising awareness of welfare services and preparing seafarers for challenges at sea.

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* 1. What is your current rank/designation at sea?

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* 2. What is your nationality?

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* 3. How do you describe your gender identity?

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* 4. Thinking about your first sail, how prepared did you feel compared to your expectations?

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* 5. When you needed support onboard, how approachable did you find your seniors or colleagues?

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* 6. What kind of support would be most helpful for cadets and young seafarers at the start of their career from the seniors on board or by your company?
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* 7. If you had attended an induction programme conducted by your shipping company or training institute, how useful was it in preparing you for life at sea?

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* 8. What additional topics, skills, or knowledge would you like to see included in awareness sessions?
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* 9. Would you like to share any additional thoughts on how cadets and young seafarers can be better supported as they transition to life at sea in their early years?

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