Section 24Sec./Art. 24

Discrimination Against Women Seafarers. - Women seafarers shall be protected from gender-based discriminatory practices, which include, but are not limited to, the following:

(a) Undue regard for the distinctive needs of women and failure to promote their health, security, dignity, and general welfare;

(b) Payment of a lesser compensation, including other forms of remuneration and fringe benefits, to female seafarers as against male seafarers for work of equal value; and

(c) Undue advantage given to male over female seafarers with respect to promotion, training opportunities, and study and scholarship grants, solely on account of their gender.