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Norwegian People's Aid EORE & Conflict Preparedness Programs

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Norwegian People's Aid (NPA) conducts Explosive Ordnance Risk Education across mine-affected communities in countries like Palestine, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and conflict zones globally. Since 1992, NPA has cleared over one billion square meters of land and removed 2+ million landmines across 45 countries. Beyond traditional EORE, NPA implements innovative Conflict Preparedness and Protection (CPP) programs that teach self-protection during active conflict, including how to prevent injuries from explosive weapons and adopt safer behaviors during and after attacks. In Palestine, EORE is delivered through accredited national NGO partners, building local capacity.

Behavior Goal

Protect civilians from explosive weapons before, during, and after conflicts; build self-protection skills in active conflict zones; enable safe behavior in contaminated environments

Target Audiences

General Population

Methods & Approaches

Community Mobilization

Implementers & Partners

  • Norwegian People's Aid (NPA)
  • National NGO partners

Donors & Sponsors

  • Norwegian Government
  • International donors

Key Takeaways

  • 1Conflict Preparedness extends beyond post-conflict to active war zones
  • 2Self-protection training empowers civilians when outside help unavailable
  • 3Delivery through national NGOs builds sustainable local capacity
  • 4Urban warfare context requires adapted approaches
  • 5Integration across full conflict cycle maximizes protection

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