Our De-mining Programs
AREA's management gives highest priority to providing the best de-mining services to help communities recover from the devastating legacy of mines and unexploded ordnance (UXO). All our deminers are Afghan nationals who are highly trained and experienced, having received education at professional demining institutes.
We are registered with the Ministry of Economy and accredited by DMAC/UNMAS, operating under strict international demining standards and safety protocols. Our programs include three core components: mine clearance operations, explosive ordnance disposal, and critical mine risk education.
Our Three Program Areas
Mine Clearance Operations
Professional land release operations including Non-Technical Survey (NTS), Technical Survey (TS), and full clearance of minefields and battlefield areas.
- ✓ Non-Technical Survey (NTS)
- ✓ Technical Survey (TS)
- ✓ Minefield Clearance
- ✓ Battlefield Clearance
- ✓ Battle Area Clearance
- ✓ Community Impact Assessment
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)
Expert disposal of unexploded ordnance, cluster munitions, and other dangerous explosive devices found in communities.
- ✓ UXO identification
- ✓ Explosive hazard disposal
- ✓ Cluster munition removal
- ✓ Safe destruction
- ✓ Debris management
- ✓ Community notifications
Mine Risk Education (EORE)
Critical community education on mine awareness, risks, and protective behaviors. Over 642,243 people trained in mine and ERW risk education.
- ✓ Community awareness
- ✓ School-based programs
- ✓ Gender-sensitive training
- ✓ Children's education
- ✓ Survivor support
- ✓ Behavioral change
Our Demining Team
Afghan Excellence
All AREA deminers are Afghan nationals who bring deep knowledge of local context, strong commitment to community safety, and exceptional technical skills. They are:
Professional Standards
AREA operations strictly adhere to international demining standards and best practices:
Gender & Inclusion
Women in De-mining
AREA actively supports women's participation in de-mining operations and demining careers, recognizing women's critical role in community protection and mine risk education. We provide training, employment, and leadership opportunities for women in all demining sectors.
Mine Risk Education for All
Our mine risk education programs are specifically designed for diverse audiences including children, women, youth, and persons with disabilities, ensuring that all community members receive life-saving information appropriate to their needs and circumstances.
Key Achievements
Mine Clearance Projects
Successfully completed clearance operations across Afghanistan
EORE Projects
Mines and ERW awareness education initiatives
People Trained
Mine and ERW risk education beneficiaries
Lives Saved
Communities protected from mine accidents