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Participants in the cruise seminar organized by the Norwegian Seafarers Union in Denpasar, Bali, on August 21-25 2023. (doc. jacob) |
PMTINEWS.com, Denpasar I Norwegian Seafarers Union (NSU), held a Cruise Seminar at the Hyatt Regency Bali Hotel, from 21-25 August 2023. 60 Indonesian seafarers from various areas were selected to participate in the seminar.
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One of the Cruise Seminar participants asked about insurance claims for the ship's crew. (doc. jacob) |
A number of speakers as well as presenters attended this seminar. Like Francesco Di Fiore from the ITF and FIT-CISL and I Dewa Nyoman Budiasa, Secretary General of the Central Management of KPI (Kesatuan Pelaut Indonesia/Indonesian Seafarers' Union) who is also the Managing Director of the Padma Bahtera Clinic.
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James Ayat Tiranda (second from left), was seen receiving a cruise seminar certificate organized by the Norwegian Seafarers Union. (doc. jacob) |
Mrs Torill Kristiansen and Mrs Jessica, both from NSU, also made appearances. The event was hosted by Iriani Irenne Thamrin, NSU Representative Coordinator in Indonesia. Likewise, Ketut Muliana, Representative of the Benoa Class II Port Authority and Port Authority Office (KSOP) for the Sanur Working Area, and Deputy Chairperson II of the KPI Central Management Jerry J. Paat were present.
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James with Mr Francesco Di Fiore, ITF Inspectorate Coordinator Italy and Inspectorate FIT-CISL (Federazione Italiana Transporti). (doc. jacob) |
The material discussed included the existence of female seafarers and their protection. It is also a matter of bullying, harassment and discrimination, as well as the rights and obligations of sailors from various nations, such as those on cruise ships.
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James with KPI Secretary General, I Nyoman Dewa Budiasa, who is also the Main Director of the Padma Bahtera Clinic. (doc. jacob) |
The participants who attended this seminar came from various backgrounds. There are Deck, Engine and Hotel Department. A female participant had the opportunity to inquire about seafarers' insurance claims if they experience an accident or work accident on a ship. The NSU and other organizations such as the ITF and FIT-CISL and others continue to provide space for seafarers who wish to be assisted.
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Cruise Seminar Certificate. (dok ist) |
So, there is no need to use the services of a private lawyer. During the seminar, it was interspersed with various events such as Family Fun Day Activity. Also Farewell Dinner with Certificate Presentation and Entertainments with Theme: White & Blue. Apart from NSU, this seminar was also sponsored by the ITF and FIT-CISL, Vereinte Dienstleistungsgewerkschaft (VER.DI), and KPI. (jacob)