Stella Maris Algeciras Participated the ICMA World Conference in Barcelona (6-9 October 2025)
- Stella Maris Cadiz Y Ceuta
- Oct 9, 2025
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The delegation of the Stella Maris Algeciras has participated in the world conference of the International Christian Maritime Association (ICMA) held in Barcelona (Spain) from the 6th to 9th of October, 2025. The event was hosted by Stella Maris Barcelona and there were more than 250 participants from over 40 countries, representing Christian maritime welfare organizations gathered together to discuss and share ideas, experiences and plans for the benefits of the seafarers, fishers and their families.
The conference was guided by the theme, “Navigating Change”, where we discussed how to navigate change in the maritime welfare through different areas during the sessions. We listen to the testimonies of the ICMA partners who shared resources. Furthermore, an evaluation of the implementation of the Maritime Labour Convention of 2026 and how to improve the welfare of the seafarers was also discussed.
In this conference, we also had a chance to visit the Sagrada Familia, the port of Barcelona, and the maritime museum of Barcelona. It was indeed a great experience where we had time to meet old and new friends working in the same field. As we continue to navigate change to offer better welfare service to the seafarers, fishers, and their families, we feel that we are not alone in the journey.
By: Fr. Jovannie Postrano, CS.
