De-mining Operations
Our Sectors

De-mining & Gender

Professional mine clearance and Explosive Ordnance Disposal operations by highly trained Afghan deminers, with critical mine risk education for community protection.

642K+

People Trained

In Mine/ERW Risk Education

12

Mine Clearance

Projects Completed

4

EORE Projects

Completed

100%

Afghan Staff

Trained & Accredited

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

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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
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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
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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:

    Professionally trained at recognized demining institutes
    Registered with Afghanistan's Ministry of Economy
    Accredited by DMAC and UNMAS
    Continuously trained on latest techniques and standards
    Operating under strict international safety protocols

Professional Standards

AREA operations strictly adhere to international demining standards and best practices:

    International Mine Action Standards (IMAS)
    UN regulations and protocols
    Worker safety and health protocols
    Environmental protection standards
    Community engagement requirements

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

12

Mine Clearance Projects

Successfully completed clearance operations across Afghanistan

4

EORE Projects

Mines and ERW awareness education initiatives

642K+

People Trained

Mine and ERW risk education beneficiaries

Lives Saved

Communities protected from mine accidents

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