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The “Adopt a Ship” Programme was initiated by the Cyprus Shipping Chamber in 2006 and in cooperation with the Cyprus Marine Environment Protection Association (CYMEPA), brings together elementary schools and seafarers on board CSC Members ships in order to provide a real-world learning experience for children. The Programme runs under the approval of the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports who authorized the Chamber to approach and invite elementary schools to participate in the Programme.
The Programme involves assigning to an elementary schools class a particular vessel for direct email communication between the children and the crew of the vessel. The aim is to educate the children about life on board, cargoes carried by ships, trading patterns, geography and any other information they may require. It is hoped that this early interaction of the children with the shipping company and the ships will encourage the young generation to consider a seafaring career or a career in shipping ashore.
Member’s wishing to enter ships in the “Adopt a Ship” Programme are kindly requested to send an email to: c.efthymiou@csc-cy.org
Schools wishing to participate in the “Adopt a Ship” Programme are kindly requested to contact the Chamber at tel: 25360717 (email: csc@csc-cy.org) or CYMEPA at tel: 25343311 (email: cymepa@cytanet.com.cy)
Applications to participate in the “Adopt a Ship” Programme start in September and end in December every year.
