A few words about
What We Do
WiMAC's Strategic Vision
WiMAC – a key resource forthe sustainable developmentof the maritime sector.
WiMAC's Mission
To foster the development and participation of women in the maritime sector and contribute to the growth of the industry within the region through:
- Empowerment of women
- Lobbying and contributing to the development of responsive legislative and regulatory environments
- Primary research and reporting towards the maritime industry
- Contributing to a code ofconduct in the Maritime industry
- Networking and mentorship to share best practices and forge partnerships to strengthen the industry and provide opportunities for resource mobilization
Benefits of Membership
Best practices
Best practices in global maritime sector development and up to date industry standards and procedures to guide regulatory and commercial shipping development in the Caribbean.
Global network
A global network of associations of women in maritime, and inclusion in thought-leadership and decision-making on enhancing gender equality for all women in maritime.
Mentorship
Mentorship, volunteerism, and other strategic opportunities
to lead social research, training and other development work with girls and women to enhance women’s participation in the sector.
Networking opportunities
Networking opportunities
with regional and global maritime, gender, shipping, trade, environmental protection and other sector professionals.
Knowledge resources
Knowledge resources
on the global shipping and the port sector for evidence-based programming and policies as well as on gender equality and gender mainstreaming for the regional maritime sector.
Reliable information
Reliable information on career and professional development opportunities
from the IMO, other global partners and regional and international academic institutions