JEFF AVERY- A MAN'S VIEW OF SASH AT SEA, EPISODE 148

In today’s episode, Christine MacMillan speaks with Jeff Avery. Jeff has been a mariner Chief Steward since 2008. Working on various types of vessels, from research to oil tankers, Jeff is passionate about people, morale, equality, and justice. Having visited 28 countries across 5 continents, he is pleased to be supporting the mission of Women Offshore.

Christine and Jeff are great friends and have an intriguing conversation about sexual assault. We wanted to share a conversation from a male perspective who works offshore. They discussed a conversation they had offshore where Jeff asked Christine if she has ever been sexually assaulted offshore and her experience. Give it a listen, this is one you don’t want to miss.

At Women Offshore, in order to eradicate sexual violence in the maritime industry and support the safety of seafarers, a Sexual Assault & Violence Eradication (S.A.V.E.) Program was founded to provide reporting and support resources. Please reach out to the program coordinator below with any questions or to offer your support.

Below is a list of recommended reporting and support resources. Please choose what is best for you.

USCG Tips Form and App: This link will take you to the USCG tip form to leave a detailed report about an incident of concern.
Report Sexual Harassment – Report situations of sexual harassment to the USCG. Use the email address, [email protected].
Safer Waves: Safer Waves offers support and information to merchant seafarers who have experienced sexual violence or gender discrimination while working at sea. Please see their website for additional resources.
RAINN-Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network: The RAINN website offers information for victims of Sexual Violence, including a 24/7 Hotline. Call 1-800-656-HOPE(4673)

By raising awareness about sexual assault, we can work towards a society where all individuals are respected, safe, and free from violence.

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