Myanmar: teaching people to avoid mines

HALO established its presence in Myanmar in 2012. Whilst humanitarian landmine clearance is not permitted, HALO is teaching people how to stay safe through the delivery of explosive ordnance risk education.

By teaching people how to recognise dangerous items and what actions to follow, we make sure that children and adults are better protected from the dangers of explosive debris.

Our Work

OUR IMPACT

"Before I left my village, I saw a man and one of the animals injured by landmines. I was so upset, and I worried for my fellow villagers. I was scared what would happen when we returned home but then HALO came to teach us how to stay safe and report suspicious items."

Naw Chaw, Myanmar

Naw Chaw saw the terrible danger of landmines first-hand when fighting arrived in her village and she was forced to flee to a temporary camp. As she waited for peace, she was frightened to return home, knowing that her village was mined. HALO’s risk education team visited the camp and taught Naw Chaw and her neighbours how to stay safe until the mines are cleared. Naw Chaw is now planning her return.