'The Largest Minefield in the World'

This CBC News article shows the devastating impact of landmines in #Ukraine , stemming from the ongoing conflict, with stories of individuals who have suffered injuries or lost loved ones due to landmine explosions.

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Every day, communities in northwest #Syria navigate the perilous legacy of conflict. Through dedicated efforts, we're working to secure and rebuild lives overshadowed by danger. Watch our latest video showcasing this vital work.

Thanks to David Carden and UN Humanitarian

In this article Elias Papaioannou, Professor of Economics
London Business School, highlights regions where demining has led to increased agricultural productivity and infrastructure development, thereby boosting local economies and improving lives.

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Construction of the new explosives storehouse in #Malwai is officially complete! 🏗️

The handover ceremony was led by Project Manager Julia Eckelmann.

In attendance were Political-Military Affairs, US Dept of State Charge d’Affaires Amy Diaz and General Paul V Phiri, Malawi Defence Force Commander.

HALO recently welcomed Peteris Ustubs to visit our work in #Afghanistan .

With continued risks to innocent civilians, EU support for our work in Afghanistan remains critical.

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'I encourage educated women to strive for independence, they should be their own first responders, leaning on their own strength & resourcefulness. This self-reliance is vital for resilience & determination,' says Haya*, a United Nations staff member.

Read her inspiring story here:⬇️

The use of explosive devices in conflicts is on the rise but funds to support #MineAction  are falling short. At the #NDMUN27  Directors' Meeting today I stressed the need for continuous & flexible funding so UNMAS & its partners can carry out their life-saving work. UNMAS

Explosive devices kill or injure someone every hour. Oftentimes a child who thought it was a toy. They also prevent humanitarian aid from accessing the most vulnerable. More than ever we need #MineAction  to help end the scourge of explosives. #NDMUN27 UNMAS

HALO #Guatemala 🇬🇹 has recently partnered with the Guatemalan Army to provide training.

This initiative equips local forces with the skills to proficiently manage explosive threats.

More about our work in Guatemala here: bit.ly/3KkNIzt

HALO were able to speak to Voice of America about our critical demining work in #Ukraine .

Both human lives and the environment continue to be at risk until land is made safe.

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HALO recently welcomed the German Ambassador to Ukraine, Martin Jaeger, to see our work first-hand, including a demonstration of new demining equipment. We thank GermanForeignOffice for their significant contributions towards our efforts to make land safe in Ukraine. 🇩🇪

UNMAS Iraq partners IHSCO منظمة الصحة و الرعاية الأجتماعية في العراق and The HALO Trust organized a workshop for mine action localization to ensure sustainable mine action in #Iraq . UNMAS Iraq welcomes the initiative and will continue to support national mine action operators.
#MineAction #ProtectAndBuild

Accidents are rare, but HALO takes no risks.

Local paramedics, trained to HALO Medical Board standards, are crucial for safety. One board member, Dr. Kent, recently volunteered in Ukraine.

Thanks to all board members for their time and expertise. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

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An unexploded bomb might look just like a harmless toy to a curious child.

That’s why we use clear, memorable methods to teach kids about dangers and help them stay safe.✨

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HALO is helping restore #ElSalvador 's mangrove forests! 🇸🇻 Only 40% of original mangroves remain, but we're on a mission: empowering communities & training 17 young people to replant over 5000 trees! 🌱 #WorldEarthDay

“The world is facing the highest number of violent conflicts since the Second World War'.

In this article, our CEO James Cowan, an advisory council member to Coalition for Global Prosperity, comments on the need for an integrated approach to defence, diplomacy and development.