MAG (Mines Advisory Group)
@MAGsaveslives
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We do whatever it takes to get to a landmine before another child does – working with communities across the world to save and change lives every single day.
Worldwide (HQ in Manchester)
Joined November 2008
As families in #Gaza return home, they face a new danger: unexploded bombs hidden in rubble. Learn what MAG expects to see in Gaza once access is possible, what’s being done to help protect families now & what it will take to make communities safe again ➡️ https://t.co/6JN7CS3Yg7
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At MAG, we will continue to amplify this message and support approaches that put the protection of civilians at the centre – during and after conflict. Learn more ⬇️
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MAG participated in the Second International Conference on Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas (EWIPA) in San Jose, Costa Rica.
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MAG recently joined the second international #EWIPA conference in Costa Rica, focused on protecting civilians from the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. The message was clear: political commitments must translate into action, and prevention must remain the priority.
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Desde 2017, con el apoyo del @StateDept, MAG International ha liderado iniciativas para mejorar la gestión de armas y municiones, eliminar de forma segura restos explosivos de guerra y capacitar a las fuerzas de seguridad en todo el país.
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Más de 8,200 armas de fuego incautadas a criminales fueron destruidas con el acompañamiento técnico de @MAGsaveslives organización apoyada por EE.UU. Seguimos trabajando con @SucamecPeru, @PoliciaPeru y el @CCFFAA_PERU en la implementación de programas de gestión y seguridad de
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Three new states – Lesotho, Honduras & Thailand – have now formally endorsed the #EWIPA political declaration. MAG welcomes this step toward universalisation of the declaration & recognition of its growing importance in protecting civilians.
Lesotho, Honduras, and Thailand are now among the states endorsing the Political Declaration on EWIPA — strengthening global efforts to protect civilians from explosive weapons. #StopBombingCivilians
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This week, MAG is participating in the International Conference on the #EWIPA Political Declaration, in Costa Rica. Our colleague Myriam, Global Advisor on Community Liaison, took part in a panel discussion on urban clearance and risk education at the Protection Forum.
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.@MineActionRev's 2025 Clearing the Mines report is out now. MAG welcomes the progress but the message remains clear: protecting civilians & ending the suffering caused by landmines will require commitment, stronger cooperation & sustained funding. Read more ⬇️
📢The 'Clearing the Mines 2025' report is now online at https://t.co/Ij2nTENan8, together with our 2025 Monitoring of the Siem Reap-Angkor Action Plan #SRAAP for survey and clearance. Read up on global progress in #landmine #clearance ahead of @MineBanTreaty #22MSP in @UNGeneva
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Congratulations to Ibro & the latest TSD-MDD dog handlers in #Ukraine for completing a 3-month training course. Our life-saving work is made possible with support from @UNDPUkraine, the Swiss Government and partner @MAGsaveslives. #APOPO #MineAction #DogHandlers #SavingLives
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50 years ago today, Angola’s civil war began, leaving behind a deadly legacy. Over 61 million m² remain littered with unexploded items & more than 900 minefields still threaten lives. MAG continues to work with communities & partners to clear land, save lives & rebuild futures.
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#Sucamec, con apoyo del @EjercitoPeru y asistencia técnica de @MAGsaveslives, destruyó más de 8.7 toneladas de pirotécnicos incautados en Lima y Callao. ✅ Con esta acción ya son más de 21 mil kg eliminados en 2025. #DeLaDefensivaALaOfensiva
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🇩🇪 is proud to support the important work of the @MAGsaveslives in 🇮🇶! Additionally to clearing mines and explosive remnants of war, MAG is working on new methods to warn the population about those dangers using apps and virtual reality.
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“People think that when war is over, peace comes quickly." @maryam_ashrafi, photographer for MAG’s Female Lens project, spoke to @evelyn_dom for @euronews at our joint exhibition with @unwomenEU & @eu_eeas, opened by HRVP @kajakallas. ⬇️ https://t.co/hE9dwDtLIn
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This exhibition recognizes the women leaders and organizations who have prevented conflict, mediated disputes, protected communities and rebuilt lives - with the EU, UN Women and partners turning principles into practice. Explore this work here: https://t.co/Zic67eAzwj
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MAG was honoured to join @unwomenEU & @eu_eeas for an exhibition marking 25 years of the Women, Peace & Security Agenda. HRVP @kajakallas opened the event: “There is no security, no lasting peace without women as active participants in the process.” ➡️ https://t.co/QEWjYlqTMR
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Participants took part in practical exercises on safe methods of storing weapons & ammunition & setting up secure armouries. They were also trained in international standards & conventions. MAG is committed to working with national authorities to promote lasting peace & security.
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In #Chad, MAG, supported by @GermanyDiplo, recently organised a workshop on weapons & ammunition management for unit commanders of the defence & security forces, helping to strengthen national capacities & combat the illicit proliferation of weapons. @AmbRFA_Tchad
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MAG is delighted to announce the appointment of former UK Ambassador @JudithMGough to its Board of Trustees. The Board has appointed Judith as MAG's Defence and Security Trustee Focal Point. Learn more ⬇️ https://t.co/nChwgte9vh
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MAG is delighted to announce the appointment of Judith Gough to its Board of Trustees. The Board has appointed Judith as MAG ‘s Defence and Security Trustee Focal Point.
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Nearly 1 million mines have been cleared in Sri Lanka. Casualties have declined & only 23Km2 of contaminated land remains. Grateful to @MAGsaveslives & @TheHALOTrust for the update on what's needed to make Sri Lanka mine-free. Let’s restore safety, land, & dignity to all!
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With the scale of explosive ordnance contamination across the world, innovation is more important than ever. That’s why we were pleased to be at @theGICHD's Innovation Conference in #Luxembourg to share insights to help clear land as quickly & safely as possible. 📸: GICHD
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