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DanChurchAid "Watch Your Step!" EORE Program (Ukraine)

Ukraine, Eastern Europe

DanChurchAid launched EORE in Ukraine immediately after Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022, recognizing the country as heavily contaminated with mines and ERW. The "Watch Your Step!" program (June-December 2022) trained Explosive Ordnance identifiers among first responders including firefighters and foresters in collaboration with State Emergency Service Ukraine. Materials include posters, leaflets, animated cartoons, a board game, and online training for teachers. DCA supports community-led initiatives through flexible small grants to local organizations, enabling contextually appropriate responses. The goal is safe return for internally displaced people and community reconstruction.

Behavior Goal

Enable people to identify EO and know who to contact for removal; adopt safe behaviors to minimize accidents; facilitate safe return of displaced populations

Implementers & Partners

  • DanChurchAid (DCA)
  • Norwegian Church Aid (NCA)
  • State Emergency Service Ukraine
  • East Europe Foundation

Donors & Sponsors

  • Danida
  • Danish Government

Key Takeaways

  • 1Rapid deployment possible in acute crisis contexts
  • 2First responder training multiplies reach through their community contact
  • 3Animated cartoons engage children with safety messages
  • 4Board games provide interactive learning format
  • 5Community-led grants enable local adaptation and ownership

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