Stories

We believe everyone should have the right to education. Since 2011, The ICS Educational Fund has supported both indivduals and projects, providing funding to support their educational goals.

Our indivdual impact:

Abdullah - WMU Bursary

Abdullah was awarded a bursary which allowed him to attend the World Maritime University in Malmo, Sweden. Read more about Abdullah's story.

Richard

Richard's education was supported by the Educational Fund, allowing him to change careers, from being a former cadet, to working in the maritime industry. Read more about Richard's story.

Sarah

Sarah sought the assistance of the Educational Fund to upskill her marine learning whilst supporting her family through a difficult time. With the support of the Fund, Sarah was able to achieve several ICS qualifications through our Tutorship study programme. Read more about Sarah's story.

Chris

Chris reached out to the Educational Fund to ask for support in achieveing his ICS qualifications during a difficult time for his family. Due to the Fund's support, Chris has been able to achieve his Professional Qualifying Examinations (PQE). Read more about Chris' story.

Our projects impact:

High Tide Charity

The High Tide charity, which is supported by the Educational Fund, introduces young people to various industries at an early age. Here are some examples of the charity in action:

1. Middlesborough region: 12 school children from two local schools had the opportunity to attend a two-hour lecture on shipping, arranged by the charity. This opportunity allowed these young people to learn more about how they could embark on a career in the Maritime Industry.

2. South Africa region: The scheme included an eight-week after-school cadet training period, a 12-week pre-employment course and a two-week work-placement scheme worked over the holidays. It was launched in South Africa by the Institute's vice-president Bruce Ogilvy.

"The children come from underprivileged backgrounds and have no concept of the shipping industry and the employment and training opportunities it offers," he said. "Once they are enrolled in the programme, the children show diligence and commitment."

You can watch the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers launch of High Tide in South Africa by clicking on the following link.