MAG (Mines Advisory Group)
@minesadvisorygroup.bsky.social
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.
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These regional experts now have a detailed understanding of ammunition management risks and international best practices for the storage of ammunition to prevent illicit diversion in the region.
This work is made possible by the generous support of the U.S. State Department.
This work is made possible by the generous support of the U.S. State Department.
November 28, 2025 at 3:29 PM
These regional experts now have a detailed understanding of ammunition management risks and international best practices for the storage of ammunition to prevent illicit diversion in the region.
This work is made possible by the generous support of the U.S. State Department.
This work is made possible by the generous support of the U.S. State Department.
This week in Port of Spain, officials from Barbados, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago took part in an assessment of the International Ammunition Technician Guidelines (IATGs) conducted by MAG, CARICOM IMPACS and @thegichd.bsky.social.
November 28, 2025 at 3:29 PM
This week in Port of Spain, officials from Barbados, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago took part in an assessment of the International Ammunition Technician Guidelines (IATGs) conducted by MAG, CARICOM IMPACS and @thegichd.bsky.social.
These newly released lands will help communities rebuild, boost local economic activity, and reflect Angola’s continued commitment to tackling landmine contamination.
November 25, 2025 at 3:38 PM
These newly released lands will help communities rebuild, boost local economic activity, and reflect Angola’s continued commitment to tackling landmine contamination.
In #Angola, MAG recently hosted Japanese Ambassador Hiroaki Sano and Kaori Tomii, Apoio a Projectos Comunitários' Liaison Coordinator, in Moxico.
Together with Vice Governor Elizabeth Mafo Ayala, they helped hand over six landmine-cleared sites made safe with Japan’s support.
Together with Vice Governor Elizabeth Mafo Ayala, they helped hand over six landmine-cleared sites made safe with Japan’s support.
November 25, 2025 at 3:38 PM
In #Angola, MAG recently hosted Japanese Ambassador Hiroaki Sano and Kaori Tomii, Apoio a Projectos Comunitários' Liaison Coordinator, in Moxico.
Together with Vice Governor Elizabeth Mafo Ayala, they helped hand over six landmine-cleared sites made safe with Japan’s support.
Together with Vice Governor Elizabeth Mafo Ayala, they helped hand over six landmine-cleared sites made safe with Japan’s support.
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.
The message was clear: political commitments must translate into action, and prevention must remain the priority.
November 24, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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.
The message was clear: political commitments must translate into action, and prevention must remain the priority.
MAG US Government Affairs Director Dave Bloom @davebloom.bsky.social shares an update from #CostaRica, as the second international #EWIPA conference wraps up.
The conference brought together States, NGOs, policymakers, and experts to examine the ongoing humanitarian impact of explosive weapons.
The conference brought together States, NGOs, policymakers, and experts to examine the ongoing humanitarian impact of explosive weapons.
November 21, 2025 at 4:48 PM
MAG US Government Affairs Director Dave Bloom @davebloom.bsky.social shares an update from #CostaRica, as the second international #EWIPA conference wraps up.
The conference brought together States, NGOs, policymakers, and experts to examine the ongoing humanitarian impact of explosive weapons.
The conference brought together States, NGOs, policymakers, and experts to examine the ongoing humanitarian impact of explosive weapons.
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.
Our colleague Myriam, Global Advisor on Community Liaison, took part in a panel discussion on urban clearance and risk education at the Protection Forum.
November 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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.
Our colleague Myriam, Global Advisor on Community Liaison, took part in a panel discussion on urban clearance and risk education at the Protection Forum.
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.
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.
November 11, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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.
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.
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.
November 6, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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.
In #Chad, MAG, supported by @germany.diplo.de, 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.
November 6, 2025 at 1:05 PM
In #Chad, MAG, supported by @germany.diplo.de, 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.
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.bsky.social's Innovation Conference in #Luxembourg this week to share insights to help clear land as quickly & safely as possible.
📸: GICHD
That’s why we were pleased to be at @thegichd.bsky.social's Innovation Conference in #Luxembourg this week to share insights to help clear land as quickly & safely as possible.
📸: GICHD
October 30, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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.bsky.social's Innovation Conference in #Luxembourg this week to share insights to help clear land as quickly & safely as possible.
📸: GICHD
That’s why we were pleased to be at @thegichd.bsky.social's Innovation Conference in #Luxembourg this week to share insights to help clear land as quickly & safely as possible.
📸: GICHD
“The bombing may have stopped, but the threat to life remains an every day reality for families simply trying to return home.”
🎥 Chiara Butti, MAG’s Head of Mission, on the thousands of unexploded bombs that may still be scattered across #Gaza – and MAG’s work to save lives.
🎥 Chiara Butti, MAG’s Head of Mission, on the thousands of unexploded bombs that may still be scattered across #Gaza – and MAG’s work to save lives.
October 24, 2025 at 2:44 PM
“The bombing may have stopped, but the threat to life remains an every day reality for families simply trying to return home.”
🎥 Chiara Butti, MAG’s Head of Mission, on the thousands of unexploded bombs that may still be scattered across #Gaza – and MAG’s work to save lives.
🎥 Chiara Butti, MAG’s Head of Mission, on the thousands of unexploded bombs that may still be scattered across #Gaza – and MAG’s work to save lives.
Since a ceasefire was agreed two weeks ago in #Gaza, MAG’s emergency response teams, through our partner Save Youth Future Society, have reached 18,000+ people with lifesaving messages on how to recognise explosive hazards.
Every message shared could save a life.
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Every message shared could save a life.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Since a ceasefire was agreed two weeks ago in #Gaza, MAG’s emergency response teams, through our partner Save Youth Future Society, have reached 18,000+ people with lifesaving messages on how to recognise explosive hazards.
Every message shared could save a life.
More ➡️ buff.ly/o4ZmIPm
Every message shared could save a life.
More ➡️ buff.ly/o4ZmIPm
A ceasefire is vital, but danger remains in #Gaza.
Unexploded bombs threaten the lives of families returning home.
Clearing these explosives is the first step toward rebuilding communities.
Read how MAG is working to protect and save lives ➡️ buff.ly/zcNt11E
Unexploded bombs threaten the lives of families returning home.
Clearing these explosives is the first step toward rebuilding communities.
Read how MAG is working to protect and save lives ➡️ buff.ly/zcNt11E
October 15, 2025 at 3:35 PM
A ceasefire is vital, but danger remains in #Gaza.
Unexploded bombs threaten the lives of families returning home.
Clearing these explosives is the first step toward rebuilding communities.
Read how MAG is working to protect and save lives ➡️ buff.ly/zcNt11E
Unexploded bombs threaten the lives of families returning home.
Clearing these explosives is the first step toward rebuilding communities.
Read how MAG is working to protect and save lives ➡️ buff.ly/zcNt11E
The bombing may have stopped, but the threat to life remains an everyday reality for families in #Gaza simply trying to return home.
MAG and our partners, Save Youth Future Society, are working urgently to help people stay safe from the deadly threat of unexploded bombs.
➡️ buff.ly/bRRWLOI
MAG and our partners, Save Youth Future Society, are working urgently to help people stay safe from the deadly threat of unexploded bombs.
➡️ buff.ly/bRRWLOI
October 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
The bombing may have stopped, but the threat to life remains an everyday reality for families in #Gaza simply trying to return home.
MAG and our partners, Save Youth Future Society, are working urgently to help people stay safe from the deadly threat of unexploded bombs.
➡️ buff.ly/bRRWLOI
MAG and our partners, Save Youth Future Society, are working urgently to help people stay safe from the deadly threat of unexploded bombs.
➡️ buff.ly/bRRWLOI
“Once you feel that you did something good at the end of the day, that we saved a life, you cannot stop."
Mofida, MAG Technical Field Manager, talks to @npr.org about the landmine emergency in #Syria and how teams are working to clear land.
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Mofida, MAG Technical Field Manager, talks to @npr.org about the landmine emergency in #Syria and how teams are working to clear land.
➡️ buff.ly/fzRQInY
October 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
“Once you feel that you did something good at the end of the day, that we saved a life, you cannot stop."
Mofida, MAG Technical Field Manager, talks to @npr.org about the landmine emergency in #Syria and how teams are working to clear land.
➡️ buff.ly/fzRQInY
Mofida, MAG Technical Field Manager, talks to @npr.org about the landmine emergency in #Syria and how teams are working to clear land.
➡️ buff.ly/fzRQInY
October 9, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Last week, MAG attended the Labour Party Conference to highlight how humanitarian action and development contribute to lasting security.
We shared insights into how mine action is not only a life-saving intervention, but a vital investment in recovery worldwide.
Read more ➡️ buff.ly/WS6P8Rn
We shared insights into how mine action is not only a life-saving intervention, but a vital investment in recovery worldwide.
Read more ➡️ buff.ly/WS6P8Rn
October 6, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Last week, MAG attended the Labour Party Conference to highlight how humanitarian action and development contribute to lasting security.
We shared insights into how mine action is not only a life-saving intervention, but a vital investment in recovery worldwide.
Read more ➡️ buff.ly/WS6P8Rn
We shared insights into how mine action is not only a life-saving intervention, but a vital investment in recovery worldwide.
Read more ➡️ buff.ly/WS6P8Rn
MAG CEO Darren Cormack was honoured to join His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at the official launch of the first global memorial dedicated to humanitarian aid workers, in Gunnersbury Park, West London.
Learn more: buff.ly/JLHYhxc
Learn more: buff.ly/JLHYhxc
October 2, 2025 at 9:51 AM
MAG CEO Darren Cormack was honoured to join His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at the official launch of the first global memorial dedicated to humanitarian aid workers, in Gunnersbury Park, West London.
Learn more: buff.ly/JLHYhxc
Learn more: buff.ly/JLHYhxc
2025 Cluster Munition Monitor is out now 📣
Civilians – especially children – continue to suffer the deadly legacy of cluster munitions.
Every single recorded casualty in 2024 was a civilian.
Read the report: buff.ly/jBvHE3I
⬇️ See the key findings
@banclusterbombs.bsky.social
Civilians – especially children – continue to suffer the deadly legacy of cluster munitions.
Every single recorded casualty in 2024 was a civilian.
Read the report: buff.ly/jBvHE3I
⬇️ See the key findings
@banclusterbombs.bsky.social
September 15, 2025 at 12:49 PM
2025 Cluster Munition Monitor is out now 📣
Civilians – especially children – continue to suffer the deadly legacy of cluster munitions.
Every single recorded casualty in 2024 was a civilian.
Read the report: buff.ly/jBvHE3I
⬇️ See the key findings
@banclusterbombs.bsky.social
Civilians – especially children – continue to suffer the deadly legacy of cluster munitions.
Every single recorded casualty in 2024 was a civilian.
Read the report: buff.ly/jBvHE3I
⬇️ See the key findings
@banclusterbombs.bsky.social
From classrooms to social media to TV broadcasts, MAG is finding innovative digital and mass media initiatives to keep Syrian communities safe from landmines and unexploded bombs.
See how risk education is saving lives across #Syria: buff.ly/HDIUv6I
See how risk education is saving lives across #Syria: buff.ly/HDIUv6I
September 12, 2025 at 10:36 AM
From classrooms to social media to TV broadcasts, MAG is finding innovative digital and mass media initiatives to keep Syrian communities safe from landmines and unexploded bombs.
See how risk education is saving lives across #Syria: buff.ly/HDIUv6I
See how risk education is saving lives across #Syria: buff.ly/HDIUv6I
In #Syria, communities are living with the legacy of war.
Haji lost his foot while collecting truffles.
Ahmed's farmland is littered with explosives.
Youseff mistook a bullet for a toy & lost his hand.
Their stories show the urgent need for clearance: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
Haji lost his foot while collecting truffles.
Ahmed's farmland is littered with explosives.
Youseff mistook a bullet for a toy & lost his hand.
Their stories show the urgent need for clearance: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
September 11, 2025 at 8:52 AM
In #Syria, communities are living with the legacy of war.
Haji lost his foot while collecting truffles.
Ahmed's farmland is littered with explosives.
Youseff mistook a bullet for a toy & lost his hand.
Their stories show the urgent need for clearance: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
Haji lost his foot while collecting truffles.
Ahmed's farmland is littered with explosives.
Youseff mistook a bullet for a toy & lost his hand.
Their stories show the urgent need for clearance: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
“Whether it’s cluster munitions, mines, or IEDs, it’s not about the number of items I’m removing, it’s about the lives we are saving," says Mofida, MAG Technical Field Manager in #Syria.
Meet the teams risking their lives to clear landmines and protect families: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
Meet the teams risking their lives to clear landmines and protect families: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
September 10, 2025 at 11:15 AM
“Whether it’s cluster munitions, mines, or IEDs, it’s not about the number of items I’m removing, it’s about the lives we are saving," says Mofida, MAG Technical Field Manager in #Syria.
Meet the teams risking their lives to clear landmines and protect families: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
Meet the teams risking their lives to clear landmines and protect families: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
In #Syria, an estimated one child a day is killed or injured by leftover explosives.
Abdul and Omar were playing outside when an explosion changed their lives forever.
Their brother Hasan did not survive.
Read their story: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
📸 Emily Garthwaite
Abdul and Omar were playing outside when an explosion changed their lives forever.
Their brother Hasan did not survive.
Read their story: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
📸 Emily Garthwaite
September 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM
In #Syria, an estimated one child a day is killed or injured by leftover explosives.
Abdul and Omar were playing outside when an explosion changed their lives forever.
Their brother Hasan did not survive.
Read their story: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
📸 Emily Garthwaite
Abdul and Omar were playing outside when an explosion changed their lives forever.
Their brother Hasan did not survive.
Read their story: buff.ly/z0I1W8z
📸 Emily Garthwaite
In Quang Tri, #Vietnam, Hoan spotted something bright near a kindergarten fence.
It wasn’t a toy – it was a grenade. Just steps from 180 children.
MAG responded, safely removing & destroying it.
Every call is urgent. Every response saves lives.
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It wasn’t a toy – it was a grenade. Just steps from 180 children.
MAG responded, safely removing & destroying it.
Every call is urgent. Every response saves lives.
More ➡️ buff.ly/5JQiWjh
September 3, 2025 at 1:34 PM
In Quang Tri, #Vietnam, Hoan spotted something bright near a kindergarten fence.
It wasn’t a toy – it was a grenade. Just steps from 180 children.
MAG responded, safely removing & destroying it.
Every call is urgent. Every response saves lives.
More ➡️ buff.ly/5JQiWjh
It wasn’t a toy – it was a grenade. Just steps from 180 children.
MAG responded, safely removing & destroying it.
Every call is urgent. Every response saves lives.
More ➡️ buff.ly/5JQiWjh