Norwegian People’s Aid
@npaid.bsky.social
Politically independent membership-based organisation working in Norway and more than 30 countries around the world.
📣 Development and Humanitarian Cooperation
💥 Mine Action and Disarmament
🚑 Rescue Services
✊🏽 Integration and Anti-Racism
📣 Development and Humanitarian Cooperation
💥 Mine Action and Disarmament
🚑 Rescue Services
✊🏽 Integration and Anti-Racism
In its #CCM13MSP General exchange of views, NPA's Dagmar Matúšů emphasized that in times of growing conflict, states must stand firm and oppose any attempts to weaken the hum. disarmament norms they collectively established. Civilians’ safety must remain the highest priority.
September 17, 2025 at 12:38 PM
In its #CCM13MSP General exchange of views, NPA's Dagmar Matúšů emphasized that in times of growing conflict, states must stand firm and oppose any attempts to weaken the hum. disarmament norms they collectively established. Civilians’ safety must remain the highest priority.
Nearly 20 years later, the message is the same:
🚫 Cluster munitions = unacceptable civilian harm.
Join NPA tomorrow for the re-launch of our M85 study at #CCM13MSP
🗓 13:00 CET | Geneva & online ⤵️ www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
🚫 Cluster munitions = unacceptable civilian harm.
Join NPA tomorrow for the re-launch of our M85 study at #CCM13MSP
🗓 13:00 CET | Geneva & online ⤵️ www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
September 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Nearly 20 years later, the message is the same:
🚫 Cluster munitions = unacceptable civilian harm.
Join NPA tomorrow for the re-launch of our M85 study at #CCM13MSP
🗓 13:00 CET | Geneva & online ⤵️ www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
🚫 Cluster munitions = unacceptable civilian harm.
Join NPA tomorrow for the re-launch of our M85 study at #CCM13MSP
🗓 13:00 CET | Geneva & online ⤵️ www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
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press release on Mine Action Review's latest annual report: tinyurl.com/t298z8ze Global clearance of CM remnants reaches record high w/ 227.9 km² cleared in 2024 & 133,600 unexploded submunitions destroyed. But progress uneven, and renewed commitment & resources needed. #CCM13MSP
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press release on Mine Action Review's latest annual report: tinyurl.com/t298z8ze Global clearance of CM remnants reaches record high w/ 227.9 km² cleared in 2024 & 133,600 unexploded submunitions destroyed. But progress uneven, and renewed commitment & resources needed. #CCM13MSP
Clearing Cluster Munition Remnants 2025 - World
Analysis in English on World about Mine Action; published on 2 Sep 2025 by NPA
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September 4, 2025 at 6:13 AM
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press release on Mine Action Review's latest annual report: tinyurl.com/t298z8ze Global clearance of CM remnants reaches record high w/ 227.9 km² cleared in 2024 & 133,600 unexploded submunitions destroyed. But progress uneven, and renewed commitment & resources needed. #CCM13MSP
@reliefweb
press release on Mine Action Review's latest annual report: tinyurl.com/t298z8ze Global clearance of CM remnants reaches record high w/ 227.9 km² cleared in 2024 & 133,600 unexploded submunitions destroyed. But progress uneven, and renewed commitment & resources needed. #CCM13MSP
📢Mine Action Review's 'Clearing Cluster Munition Remnants 2025' report is online at mineactionreview.org, together with the 2025 Monitoring of the #LausanneActionPlan. Read up on global progress in #clustermunition #clearance ahead of #CCM13MSP in @ungeneva.bsky.social 16-19 Sept.
September 4, 2025 at 6:11 AM
📢Mine Action Review's 'Clearing Cluster Munition Remnants 2025' report is online at mineactionreview.org, together with the 2025 Monitoring of the #LausanneActionPlan. Read up on global progress in #clustermunition #clearance ahead of #CCM13MSP in @ungeneva.bsky.social 16-19 Sept.
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We are pleased to announce our new partnership with @npaid.bsky.social and CENSS, which aims to help efforts by local authorities in #Ukraine to strengthen #smallarmscontrol and risk-reduction capabilities through providing needs assessments and capacity support
September 2, 2025 at 9:26 AM
We are pleased to announce our new partnership with @npaid.bsky.social and CENSS, which aims to help efforts by local authorities in #Ukraine to strengthen #smallarmscontrol and risk-reduction capabilities through providing needs assessments and capacity support
While some step away, Tonga steps forward!🤝
📢 We celebrate that Tonga has deposited its accession instrument to the UN and will become a State Party to the
@MineBanTreaty as of 1 December 2025.
A strong commitment to disarmament and IHL—right when it's needed the most.⚖️📜
📢 We celebrate that Tonga has deposited its accession instrument to the UN and will become a State Party to the
@MineBanTreaty as of 1 December 2025.
A strong commitment to disarmament and IHL—right when it's needed the most.⚖️📜
June 26, 2025 at 11:43 AM
While some step away, Tonga steps forward!🤝
📢 We celebrate that Tonga has deposited its accession instrument to the UN and will become a State Party to the
@MineBanTreaty as of 1 December 2025.
A strong commitment to disarmament and IHL—right when it's needed the most.⚖️📜
📢 We celebrate that Tonga has deposited its accession instrument to the UN and will become a State Party to the
@MineBanTreaty as of 1 December 2025.
A strong commitment to disarmament and IHL—right when it's needed the most.⚖️📜
There is no such thing as responsible use of AP mines. These weapons have no place in modern warfare. They don't defend borders, all they do is kill and maim civilians for years to come. NPA's Dagmar Matúšů with a strong statement on Universalization during #MineBanIM in Geneva.
June 20, 2025 at 7:06 PM
There is no such thing as responsible use of AP mines. These weapons have no place in modern warfare. They don't defend borders, all they do is kill and maim civilians for years to come. NPA's Dagmar Matúšů with a strong statement on Universalization during #MineBanIM in Geneva.
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From ICBL and @npaid.bsky.social event during the #MineBanIM: "These withdrawals are acts of human vandalism and proof of fake security promises. And in ten years from now, we’ll look back and regret not challenging states more forcefully. We built this norm together and we must defend it together”
June 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
From ICBL and @npaid.bsky.social event during the #MineBanIM: "These withdrawals are acts of human vandalism and proof of fake security promises. And in ten years from now, we’ll look back and regret not challenging states more forcefully. We built this norm together and we must defend it together”
We all know too well how harmful these weapons are, it is our job to defend the treaty. In ten years we don’t want to be thinking back, regretting that we didn’t challenge states withdrawing from the #APMBC more. It’s a question of human dignity, says HI’s Alma Tazlidzan at #MineBanIM
June 19, 2025 at 12:35 PM
We all know too well how harmful these weapons are, it is our job to defend the treaty. In ten years we don’t want to be thinking back, regretting that we didn’t challenge states withdrawing from the #APMBC more. It’s a question of human dignity, says HI’s Alma Tazlidzan at #MineBanIM
It’s a myth that AP mines protect borders. Armies no longer march across borders, using them for this purpose makes no sense. They are set to kill, responsible use is impossible, civilians don’t have maps, and mines migrate, says NPA’ Jonathon Guthrie at the #MineBanIM NPA/ICBL side event.
June 19, 2025 at 12:28 PM
It’s a myth that AP mines protect borders. Armies no longer march across borders, using them for this purpose makes no sense. They are set to kill, responsible use is impossible, civilians don’t have maps, and mines migrate, says NPA’ Jonathon Guthrie at the #MineBanIM NPA/ICBL side event.
NPA strongly condemns the Estonian Parliament's decision to withdraw from the #MineBanTreaty – a treaty that has saved countless lives since it was negotiated and adopted in Oslo in 1997. www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
Norwegian People’s Aid condemns Estonia’s decision to leave the…
The Norwegian People's Aid (NPA) strongly condemns the Estonian parliament's decision to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC) — a…
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June 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
NPA strongly condemns the Estonian Parliament's decision to withdraw from the #MineBanTreaty – a treaty that has saved countless lives since it was negotiated and adopted in Oslo in 1997. www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
📢 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, NPA showcases local solutions to combat plastic pollution—from biodegradable sandbags in Vietnam to youth-led initiatives in Iraq and Lao PDR🌍💚https://www.npaid.org/mine-action-and-disarmament/news/world-environment-day-tackling-plastic-pollution-with-local-solutions
World Environment Day: Tackling plastic pollution with local solutions
On World Environment Day, Norwegian People's Aid (NPA) highlight how our staff and local partners are taking action to reduce plastic waste — from…
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June 5, 2025 at 12:27 PM
📢 On #WorldEnvironmentDay, NPA showcases local solutions to combat plastic pollution—from biodegradable sandbags in Vietnam to youth-led initiatives in Iraq and Lao PDR🌍💚https://www.npaid.org/mine-action-and-disarmament/news/world-environment-day-tackling-plastic-pollution-with-local-solutions
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It remains a critical humanitarian priority to bring the #EWIPA Declaration into effect to prevent and reduce harm to civilians, finds @weaponsmonitor.bsky.social #EWM2024.
To do so, states should endorse and implement the Declaration and avoid the use of #EWIPA.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
To do so, states should endorse and implement the Declaration and avoid the use of #EWIPA.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
May 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
It remains a critical humanitarian priority to bring the #EWIPA Declaration into effect to prevent and reduce harm to civilians, finds @weaponsmonitor.bsky.social #EWM2024.
To do so, states should endorse and implement the Declaration and avoid the use of #EWIPA.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
To do so, states should endorse and implement the Declaration and avoid the use of #EWIPA.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
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@WeaponsMonitor finds alarming levels of civilian harm from the use of explosive weapons in 2024, with harm to civilians and civilian infrastructure occurring in at least 74 countries and territories.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
May 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
@WeaponsMonitor finds alarming levels of civilian harm from the use of explosive weapons in 2024, with harm to civilians and civilian infrastructure occurring in at least 74 countries and territories.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
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🔔 New Report! Explosive Weapons Monitor 2024
This report takes stock of harm to civilians from the use of explosive weapons across the globe in 2024 and identifies state and non-state actors reportedly responsible for this use.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
This report takes stock of harm to civilians from the use of explosive weapons across the globe in 2024 and identifies state and non-state actors reportedly responsible for this use.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
May 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🔔 New Report! Explosive Weapons Monitor 2024
This report takes stock of harm to civilians from the use of explosive weapons across the globe in 2024 and identifies state and non-state actors reportedly responsible for this use.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
This report takes stock of harm to civilians from the use of explosive weapons across the globe in 2024 and identifies state and non-state actors reportedly responsible for this use.
➡️ bit.ly/ewm2024
@ec.europa.eu #InsecurityInsight
NPA condemns Lithuania's decision to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty. It is an irresponsible move that puts the protection of civilians at great risk and undermines the importance of International Humanitarian Law in a time of global instability. www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
Norwegian People’s Aid condemns Lithuania’s parliament vote to leave…
On 8 May 2025, Lithuania’s parliament unanimously voted to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC).
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May 13, 2025 at 6:17 AM
NPA condemns Lithuania's decision to withdraw from the Mine Ban Treaty. It is an irresponsible move that puts the protection of civilians at great risk and undermines the importance of International Humanitarian Law in a time of global instability. www.npaid.org/mine-action-...
In Sudan, 26 million people suffer from acute hunger two years after the world’s worst humanitarian crisis broke out. Local volunteers who save lives where international aid can’t reach are losing vital support. Norway must mobilize for international funding: bit.ly/4ilN96y
Two years of war in Sudan: Norway must mobilize support for the…
Tuesday, April 15th marks two years since war broke out in Sudan. Today, 26 million people are at risk of starvation in what is described as the world’s…
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April 15, 2025 at 10:08 AM
In Sudan, 26 million people suffer from acute hunger two years after the world’s worst humanitarian crisis broke out. Local volunteers who save lives where international aid can’t reach are losing vital support. Norway must mobilize for international funding: bit.ly/4ilN96y
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We're in #Geneva at #NDMUN28 presenting in the Restoring Land for a Greener, Sustainable Future plenary. Tomorrow, our side event with @norskfolkehjelp.bsky.social UK FCDO & @minesadvisorygroup.bsky.social on the Green Field Tool and post clearance impact assessments: ceobs.org/minimising-t...
April 9, 2025 at 10:01 AM
We're in #Geneva at #NDMUN28 presenting in the Restoring Land for a Greener, Sustainable Future plenary. Tomorrow, our side event with @norskfolkehjelp.bsky.social UK FCDO & @minesadvisorygroup.bsky.social on the Green Field Tool and post clearance impact assessments: ceobs.org/minimising-t...
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We are presenting with @norskfolkehjelp (NPA) at the #NDMUN28 in Geneva! Join us Weds 9 April (16:30-17:45, Room F) for the Technology & #Innovation Speed Pitch. We'll showcase how our METIS (bit.ly/metis-ai) #OSINT tool supports NPA's vital work in #MineAction
April 8, 2025 at 1:52 PM
We are presenting with @norskfolkehjelp (NPA) at the #NDMUN28 in Geneva! Join us Weds 9 April (16:30-17:45, Room F) for the Technology & #Innovation Speed Pitch. We'll showcase how our METIS (bit.ly/metis-ai) #OSINT tool supports NPA's vital work in #MineAction
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NEW: Over 600 people, including children, have been killed or injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war across Syria since December 2024.
Without urgent, nationwide clearance efforts, more civilians returning home will be injured and killed.
Without urgent, nationwide clearance efforts, more civilians returning home will be injured and killed.
Syria: Landmines, Explosive Remnants Harming Civilians
Over a decade of conflict has resulted in Syria being extensively contaminated by landmines and explosive remnants of war, a major barrier to safe return and reconstruction efforts.
www.hrw.org
April 8, 2025 at 8:29 AM
NEW: Over 600 people, including children, have been killed or injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war across Syria since December 2024.
Without urgent, nationwide clearance efforts, more civilians returning home will be injured and killed.
Without urgent, nationwide clearance efforts, more civilians returning home will be injured and killed.
🧵1/2 At #CCMISM25, NPA’s Dagmar Matúšů reaffirmed that the Convention on Cluster Munitions is grounded in evidence. #clustermunitions don’t win wars—they kill & injure civilians long after fighting ends. Since then, these weapons haven’t changed and their use remains indiscriminate and inhumane.
April 8, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🧵1/2 At #CCMISM25, NPA’s Dagmar Matúšů reaffirmed that the Convention on Cluster Munitions is grounded in evidence. #clustermunitions don’t win wars—they kill & injure civilians long after fighting ends. Since then, these weapons haven’t changed and their use remains indiscriminate and inhumane.
Israel warned residents before bombing a building in northern Lebanon, but the notice came with too little time to find safety. People fled in panic, fearing the war has reignited.
Two schools are nearby, and the attack could have cost several families what they hold most dear.
Two schools are nearby, and the attack could have cost several families what they hold most dear.
March 28, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Israel warned residents before bombing a building in northern Lebanon, but the notice came with too little time to find safety. People fled in panic, fearing the war has reignited.
Two schools are nearby, and the attack could have cost several families what they hold most dear.
Two schools are nearby, and the attack could have cost several families what they hold most dear.
🤝We fully support the joint statement of Humanitarian Disarmament campaigns on the proposed withdrawals from the APMBC. We must ensure this live-saving treaty is protected!🚨✊ @minefreeworld.bsky.social @banclusterbombs.bsky.social
@explosiveweapon.bsky.social @nuclearban.bsky.social @controlarms
@explosiveweapon.bsky.social @nuclearban.bsky.social @controlarms
Proposed Mine Ban Treaty Withdrawal: Response from Humanitarian Disarmament Campaigns
This statement is also available in Deutsch, español, and français. Members of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL) protest US transfers of antipersonnel landmines to Ukraine at the N…
humanitariandisarmament.org
March 28, 2025 at 9:14 AM
🤝We fully support the joint statement of Humanitarian Disarmament campaigns on the proposed withdrawals from the APMBC. We must ensure this live-saving treaty is protected!🚨✊ @minefreeworld.bsky.social @banclusterbombs.bsky.social
@explosiveweapon.bsky.social @nuclearban.bsky.social @controlarms
@explosiveweapon.bsky.social @nuclearban.bsky.social @controlarms
We urge the EU to take urgent action to end the suffering of Palestinians. The EU must:
➡️Demand that Israel allow humanitarian aid to Gaza & the West Bank
➡️Work to end military and settler violence
➡️Support a lasting ceasefire and safe return for displaced Palestinians
➡️Demand that Israel allow humanitarian aid to Gaza & the West Bank
➡️Work to end military and settler violence
➡️Support a lasting ceasefire and safe return for displaced Palestinians
March 25, 2025 at 12:35 PM
We urge the EU to take urgent action to end the suffering of Palestinians. The EU must:
➡️Demand that Israel allow humanitarian aid to Gaza & the West Bank
➡️Work to end military and settler violence
➡️Support a lasting ceasefire and safe return for displaced Palestinians
➡️Demand that Israel allow humanitarian aid to Gaza & the West Bank
➡️Work to end military and settler violence
➡️Support a lasting ceasefire and safe return for displaced Palestinians
📢We strongly condemn Poland & the Baltic states’ intention to withdraw from @MineBanTreaty. This is not about military necessity - security in the modern world cannot be ensured by outdated and indiscriminate weapons! AP mines kill and maim civilians and have no place in modern warfare. Read more📷👇
Norwegian People's Aid strongly condemns the joint intention of the…
The Norwegian People's Aid is deeply concerned about the recent joint announcement by the Ministries of Defense of Poland, Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia,…
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March 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
📢We strongly condemn Poland & the Baltic states’ intention to withdraw from @MineBanTreaty. This is not about military necessity - security in the modern world cannot be ensured by outdated and indiscriminate weapons! AP mines kill and maim civilians and have no place in modern warfare. Read more📷👇