Khanssa Lagdami

Dr. Khanssa Lagdami is the ITF Seafarers' Trust Associate Professor of Maritime Labour Law and Policy at the World Maritime University (WMU), where she has served since 2015. She previously coordinated WMU's Maritime Welfare (Mari-Wel) program and is a lead member of the Future of Work initiative, focusing on maritime sector challenges. As a consultant for the European Commission, International Maritime Organization (IMO), and United Nations agencies, she provides expertise on maritime labour law, human rights at sea, and maritime security.

• Ph.D. in Maritime Law, University of Nantes, France
• LL.M. in International Comparative Law, University of Perpignan, France
• M.Sc. in Maritime Affairs Management, University of Perpignan, France

Her research spans maritime labour law, human rights at sea, maritime security, and legal frameworks for seafarers' welfare. She specializes in enhancing regulatory systems in French- and English-speaking African nations and Arab countries, emphasizing capacity-building and training in developing regions. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, she collaborates extensively with international stakeholders.

Dr. Lagdami has managed projects analyzing port and maritime security frameworks, including initiatives like "Protection Measures for Merchant Ships" and studies on technological developments in global transport. Her multidisciplinary work bridges maritime law with emerging technologies and social policy.