Women Offshore Impact Report 2022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHO WE ARE & OUR VISION 4

OUR VALUES & CORPORATE MEMBERS 5

MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT 6

BOARD MEMBERS & STAFF 7

STORIES FROM THE COMMUITY 8

PROGRAMS: CAREER SERVICES, MENTORSHIP, S.A.V.E, & PODCAST 11

EVENTS: GALA, CAREER DAY, INCLUSION SUMMIT, & CONFERENCE 17

WHAT'S ON THE HORIZON IN 2023 21

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A MARITIME COMMUNITY IN WHICH ALL INDIVIDUALS, REGARDLESS OF GENDER, ARE EMPOWERED TO PURSUE THEIR CAREER AMBITIONS.

The Women Offshore Foundation, also known as Women Offshore, is an online organization and resource center established in 2017 to support a diverse workforce on the water. As a 501(c)(3), non-profit private operating foundation, our mission is to propel women+ into meaningful careers through access to a worldwide community and professional development resources, while raising awareness amongst industry leaders and decision makers about issues affecting women on the water.

As a community centered on the lived experiences of women+ working on the water, we are deeply committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion – both within our own community as well as within the broader industry. Our mission includes eliminating gender-based discrimination through an intersectional approach, and our membership includes women and members of marginalized gender identities and expressions.

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OUR VALUES

Community – Connect a strong and supportive community of female offshore workers to give or receive mentorship and/or guidance.

Development – Support the career development and advancement of women for careers on the water

Elevation – Raise the profile of women and marginalized groups, shining a light on issues and challenges affecting their careers.

Professionalism – Understand our members’ needs and provide information and resources that exceed expectations.

Collaboration – Work toward a shared vision of reducing the gender gap on the water with our members, collaborators, and supporters

Resilience – Embrace impending challenges with confidence that we will achieve our goals.

Progressive – Create change for lasting results, charting a course for women’s careers on the water, creating a workforce that is representative of the population.

THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE MEMBERS

A special thank you to all of our 2022 corporate members! We would not have been able to do what we do without your contributions.

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MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

Women Offshore’s impact was tremendous in 2022, and we expanded our programs to empower our community!

As a direct result of supporters like you, we hired more staff to expand our programs. The team grew our Sexual Assault & Violence Eradication (SAVE) Program to align with the USCG and CGIS to report sexual misconduct on the water. Our organization spoke with maritime groups to highlight the challenges victims face and provided feedback on the Safer Seas Act to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct on US-flagged vessels

Our Career Services Program was launched in the latter half of the year. The program coordinator, Christine MacMillan, assisted 12 candidates, coaching them and providing scholarships to cover necessary training Working alongside companies, large and small, Christine has strived to place women+ in roles that will begin or further their careers on the water.

Whether it was our Benefit Gala, Career Day, or Annual Conference, we used our platform to raise voices in our community and provide resources to propel careers forward. We also introduced a new event,

anonlineInclusionSummit,whereleadersin diversity,equity,inclusion,andbelonging (DEIB)ledworkshopsonreducingthegender gapatmaritimecompanies

Beyondourevents,wetackledimportant topicsonsocialmediaandpodcasts, drivingthemaritimeandoffshore industriestowardchangeandacultureof belonging.Peoplearelistening!In2022 alone,wereachedover1.9millionreaders, listeners,andviewers.

Wearesailinginto2023atthehelmof opportunity,readytomakewaves.Thank youforbeingonboardtopropelour missionforward,andwecannotwaitto increaseourimpactin2023withyou!

Sincerely,

Ally M. Cedeno

AllyM.Cedeno,Founder&President WomenOffshoreFoundation

2022 BOARD MEMBERS

2022 STAFF

Victoria Jones Secretary

Ally Cedeno President

Laura McFalls Vice President

Martha Music Treasurer

Raina Barnes

Lindsay Price Director of Student Advocacy Director of Advocacy

Cathy Konwisarz Director of Compliance

Cassi Laskowski Executive Director

Christine MacMillan Program Coordinator

Kristy Gilger Marketing Manager

Barb Maghirang Executive Assistant

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STORIES FROM THE COMMUNITY

BRITTNI MOORE IS MENTORED THROUGH WOMEN OFFSHORE

Atthebeginningof2022,IappliedfortheWomenOffshoreMentorship ProgramandwasconnectedtoCaptainTuuliMesser-Bookman.Iwasn’t surewhattoexpectfromaprofessionalmentorshipandwasdefinitelynervous,butI amsogladthatImovedpastmynervestoapply.HerWomenOffshoreMentorship overthepastyearhashelpedmethinkmoreseriouslyaboutwhatIwantfrommy career,andwhatstepsIneedtotakeoverthenextfewyearstoworktowardsthat. AsourWomenontheWaterclubwasgettingreadytoattendthe2022Women’s InternationalShippingandTradingAssociationConferenceinChicago,Iaskedfor heradviceonattendingprofessionalconferences.She’sofferedhelpandadviceand bookrecommendations,andevenpicturesofherextremelyadorabledogs.

Beingawomaninthemaritimeindustrycanattimesfeelveryisolating.I’m incrediblythankfulthatWomenOffshoreisprovidingopportunitieslikethe mentorshipprogram,becauseitcombatsthatisolationbybuildingcommunityand fosteringconnections.FrommyconversationswithCaptainMesser-Bookmanthis year,I’vefoundastrongersenseofbelonginginthemaritimecommunityanda renewedexcitementformycareertocome.I’mlookingforwardtostayinginvolved withWomenOffshoreasIgraduatethisspringandbecomeanofficer,andIhope onedaythatIcanreturnthefavorbypassingsomeofthisontothesailorswho comeafterme."

-BrittniMoore,D

Photo Credits: Jacqueline Southby Photography

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STORIES FROM THE COMMUNITY

ALYSSA RAY FINDS A NEW CAREER THROUGH WOMEN OFFSHORE

I was scrolling Facebook and ran across a post by Women Offshore. I always enjoyed reading the write ups that the women did about themselves and their jobs and I decided to see if I could speak to someone at the organization. Within a matter of hours had a zoom call set up with the Director of Career Services at Women Offshore, Christine MacMillan.

Our first chat was eye opening. Christine asked me questions that I had not yet asked myself. She wanted to know what I liked about boating and my likes and dislikes about my experiences on the yachts. During our conversation, I realized that I wanted my day-to-day life at sea to make more of a positive impact on the environment and/or society.

Christine put me in touch with captains at SpaceX and I had a great chat with them and look forward to maybe working with them in the future. She also spoke highly of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution who happened to have a job opening that I applied for and accepted. I am thrilled to be invited to speak about my experiences at the Women Offshore gala in February. I cannot wait to network at this event and meet all the amazing people who support this organization.

Not only has Women Offshore provided me with concrete career development, but they have offered advice and mentorship when things got hairy at sea. I feel so much more confident being a woman out here in this environment knowing I have this organization to guide me. I look forward to being a lifelong member and future mentor with Women Offshore."

-Alyssa Ray, Messman

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STORIES FROM THE COMMUNITY

MEAGHAN HERDINA HARNESSES WOMEN OFFSHORE OPPORTUNITIES

I have always loved being on the water, but I had never considered it to be a career. It wasn’t until the summer of 2021 that I accepted a deckhand position on a sightseeing boat in Alaska. My first day on the job, I saw humpback whales bubble-net feeding and knew this is what I wanted to do. I researched what it would take to get my captain’s license and decided to follow the humpbacks to Hawaii to keep gaining more boating experience and sea days.

This past fall, I also took the AB courses and in my first class, another female mariner introduced me to Christine MacMillan from Women Offshore Foundation. I shared my story and goals with Christine, and she has been extremely supportive of my new career journey. She helped me apply for a scholarship, re-write my resume, and connect me to a few research vessels.

I’m grateful an organization like Women Offshore Foundation is available and has been supportive in this transition through new territory. I have looked up to my fellow female captains, and one day I hope to be an example and leader for future female captains. I’m excited to apply my new skills as an AB and Captain in my next adventures, as I hope to explore unique places around the world like the Artic, Antarctica, and everywhere else!" aptain

Photo Credits: Jacqueline Southby Photography

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PROPEL WOMEN INTO MEANINGFUL CAREERS

WOMEN OFFSHORE'S CAREER SERVICES

In June 2022, we launched the Career Development Program. Our Director of Career Services, Christine MacMillan, led the way to reduce the gender gap and made real waves in many lives!

Christine followed through on the initiative, expanding it from an entry-level development program to offer multiple career services that includes academy outreach and resources for the job application process (e.g. resume writing and interview preparation).

Christine has done a tremendous job to turn one initative into a department at Women Offshore that we now refer to as Career Services! Her vision is to provide customized career counseling to program participants with sea-going careers and those looking to dive into the industry!

2022CareerServiceHighlights

10participantsinjust6monthscompleted:

(10)PersonalDevelopmentSeries

(3)TruityCareerTests

(6)ResumeWritingandInterviewPrep

(5)Credentials&ClassCertificates

(10)AnnualConferenceParticipants

On the Horizon for 2023!

Already working with 9 more participants! Expecting at least 5 courses to be sponsored!

2 Summer Cruise Scholarships to be awarded! And much more to come!

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MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

At Women Offshore, we believe that in order to reduce the gender gap, we must connect women seeking mentoring with experienced seafarers in this community. Our mentor program, the Women Offshore MentorSHIP, virtually connects both mentors and mentees. This program is open to women anywhere in the world who have previously worked or currently work on the water in the maritime or offshore oil and gas industries

4.25/5 MENTORING QUALITY SCORE

75 GOALS SET

"I wish a program like this existed when I was a young 3rd mate starting my career!"

"My mentorship experience has been rewarding in many ways. The enthusiasm shown by my mentees and their drive to keep learning has been motivating for me personally."

76 MENTORS IN THE PROGRAM

124 MENTEES IN THE PROGRAM

"I've learned a lot from the men I work with, but it is nuanced when it comes to a woman handling the same situations. We think differently and sometimes need a bit more leverage to do the same job. Having a female mentor's perspective has been crucial in making changes to make me a better shipmate and mariner."

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SEXUAL ASSAULT & VIOLENCE ERADICATION

S.A.V.E. PROGRAM

Women working in offshore environments have experienced interpersonal violence encompassing a spectrum of psychological, physical, and sexual harm including but not limited to gaslighting, stalking, bullying, physical assault, and sexual assault. A climate and culture where these adverse behaviors from harassment to assault occur contributes to an increase in sexual violence. There are short and long-term impacts of sexual violence on overall health and well-being. Each survivor reacts to sexual violence in their own unique way and an assault may impact daily life whether it occurred recently or many years ago

2022 S.A.V.E. PROGRAM IMPACT

S.A.V.E. Program initiatives focus on systemic changes for both prevention and response to eradicate sexual misconduct. In 2022, the program affected changes in the following areas: reporting, education, awareness, and legislation.

Guided Victims in Reporting to Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS)

Social Media Content on How and When to Report

Sexual Misconduct

Educated Industry through Response Training

Provided Guidance for Provisions in the Safer Seas Act

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MEMBERSHIP PORTAL

Women Offshore members have access to a custom-built portal, designed as a connection point for our community and to provide support resources Members access a community directory called Community Connections, a job board, a variety of content, and events purpose-built for career and personal advancement on the water.

Total Members 860

PremiumPlan

3.7%

26 JOBS POSTED IN 6 MONTHS

3RD MATE FIELD ENGINEER

SR. OPS MANAGER SHIPYARD PROJECT MANAGER

SURVEY ENGINEER

CAPTAIN

COMPANIES POSTING

BP CHEVRON SHIPPING

FOSS MARITIME HESS AND MORE!

SOCIAL MEDIA OVERVIEW

WOMEN OFFSHORE PODCAST

Hosted by our founder, Ally Cedeno, and Director of Career Services, Christine MacMillan, our podcast records stories of working on the water and topics affecting seafarers From episodes about career advancement and job seeking, to sea stories about what it is like to sail as a captain or be a mom with a job offshore, the podcast inspires listeners to reach their career dreams on the water and informs decision makers about key issues to reduce the gender gap

"A Perfect Peek Below the Surface of Life Offshore

40 Five-Star Ratings on Apple Podcasts

50k+

Total Downloads

Avg Downloads per Episode

The Women Offshore is a must listen to for those who work offshore, know someone who works offshore, or are curious about life for those who work out on the water! Always interesting topics and guests! Best podcast!" - sailorCat123456 08/24/2021

1.4k

Last 30 Days of Downloads

124

Total Episodes

400 79% of listeners play at least 3/4 of an episode

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BENEFIT GALA

On February 5th, the Women Offshore Foundation hosted a Benefit Gala to raise funds for programs aimed at propelling women+ into meaningful careers. Event highlights included dinner and a silent auction. The top silent auction items were trips to Mexico and a bourbon basket! From executives to women in our community, to male cadets and all of our supporters - thank you to everyone who attended!

151 Total Attendees $24k Funds Raised

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MARITIME CAREER DAY

On May 6th, Women Offshore hosted a virtual career fair to propel seafarers in the maritime and offshore energy industries in leveraging their profiles for career success Through panel discussions, exhibitor booth interactions, and presentations, approximately 350 attendees worldwide were empowered in the job application process.

THANK YOU SPONSORS

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INCLUSION SUMMIT

On August 3rd, Women Offshore hosted an online event to explore topics in DEI and how to empower women's careers on the water. Professionals from across the maritime and offshore energy industries learned how to incorporate processes to support DEI initiatives and obtained insights from Women Offshore

FEATURED SPEAKER

Shanta Eaden Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategist Leader's Edge Consulting

As an enterprise change leader who brings 20+ years of expertise integrating people, process, and technology to affect change, she has led multinational teams in the finance and energy sectors. As a recognized DEI strategist, change leader and project management executive, she emphasizes trusted partnerships, and leverages her uniquely positioned background to close the gap between strategy and execution to impact organizational culture Shanta is a sought-after DEI speaker, panelist, certified professional, and inclusive behavior coach, business consultant and change leader. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Texas Southern University and an MBA from LeTourneau University, concentrations in Management and Human Resources.

5TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE

For the past 5 years, we have united women from around the globe to support one another in navigating careers on the water In 2022, we hosted 260 community members from 20 countries for a week-long conference!

Conference participants attended keynote speeches and panel discussions that focused on how to lift as we climb. There were interactive sessions and workshops, opportunities to network with others, and inspiring keynote speeches!

Total Session Views

Fantastic experience for me as a student!

"I learned from the event that I am not in the wrong career path. I belong on water and I should be confident in my decisions as a woman in the industry."

"Dream big! I am a female student and did not think I wanted to become a Captain for various reasons. But after seeing all the successful woman who became Captain's and mothers I see it as a possibility!"

"The event was insightful, educative, and very very motivating. Wonderful event! I Loved it."

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CAREER SERVICES

AwardScholarshipstoAdvanceCareers

Sponsor10participantstotakecourses! Award5SummerCruiseScholarships!

SEXUAL ASSAULT & VIOLENCE ERADICATION (S.A.V.E.) PROGRAM

ASSIST USCG WITH INFORMING INDUSTRY OF LEGISLATURE CHANGES

DEVELOP SASH PREVENTION & RESPONSE TRAINING

TITLE IX RESEARCH & PROPOSE CHANGES

SUPPORT SMA'S TO HAVE ROBUST EMBARC STANDARDS