About Us
Rest, Connect, Refuel—Your Sanctuary on the Darwin Shores
Mission to Seafarers Darwin
The Mission to Seafarers is an international mission of the Anglican Church that cares for the practical and spiritual welfare of seafarers of all nationalities and faiths. The mission provides help and support to the 1.89 million crewmen and women who face danger every day to keep our global economy afloat.
The Mission to Seafarers, Darwin supports the men and women working at sea when they need us most. To compensate for the lack of facilities available, all of our Seafarers Centres, spread across 50 countries, aim to provide Seafarers with a comfortable place to rest and relax, the chance to get food and toiletries, transport to shops and local amenities and access to WiFi and internet.
The Mission offers not just practical support. We know that seafarers need emotional and frequent spiritual support too. That is why we have a large network of ordained Port Chaplains who board ships give seafarers a listening ear and offer prayer, if needed. They can also connect seafarers to other organisations, or speak to them on their behalf.
Our mission is to care for the shipping industry’s most important asset: its people. We are here for Seafarers.
Our mission is to care for the shipping industry’s most important asset: its people. We are here for Seafarers.
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History of the Mission to Seafarers
Please see the attached link to the Australian site or https://www.mts.org.au
Please see the attached link to the International Head Quarters London - https://www.missiontoseafarers.org/ Mission to Seafarers Darwin is a not-for-profit organisation with the interest and well-being of International seafarers at heart.
Please see the attached link to the International Head Quarters London - https://www.missiontoseafarers.org/ Mission to Seafarers Darwin is a not-for-profit organisation with the interest and well-being of International seafarers at heart.
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Meet Our Team
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Giovanni Maduro
Chaplain
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Gabrielle Martin
Chairperson / Public Officer
Bev Baker
Vice Chairperson
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Grant Maddern
Treasurer
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Miriam McDonald
Secretary
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Mary Martin
Administration Manager
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Ian McDonald
Past Chairperson
Cate Bell
Member
Glenda Woodger
Member
Helen Waghorn
Carl Stephens
Member
Member
Why Choose Us
The maritime industry's greatest asset is its people, yet crews often face a severe lack of basic shore-side amenities. We solve this by delivering targeted, accountable welfare solutions that provide genuine relief:
- Digital & Practical Lifelines: Free high-speed Starlink internet, and care packs to restore vital family connections instantly.
- Holistic Wellbeing: Onboard ship visits and a quiet, dedicated onshore lounge offering free clothing, refreshments, and an empathetic, listening ear.
Join Our Global Impact Today
Choosing to partner with us means supporting a transparent, credible organisation that empowers local hands to change global lives directly.