About MAG
The
Mines Advisory Group (MAG) is a global humanitarian and advocacy organisation that finds,
removes and destroys landmines, cluster munitions and unexploded bombs from places affected by conflict.
MAG also provides
education programmes, particularly for children, so people can live, work and play as safely as a possible until they clear the land.
Since 1989, MAG has helped over 18 million people in 68 countries rebuild their lives and livelihoods after war.
We believe it is unacceptable that millions of people are trapped in danger and poverty for years after wars end.
We aim to help communities get on with their lives, and get back their futures.
Our vision
Our vision is a safe future for women, men and children affected by violence, conflict and insecurity.
People should live in communities where their rights are upheld, with dignity and choice, and free from fear of mines, unexploded bombs and the impact of small arms and light weapons.
Our mission
Our mission is to save lives and build safer futures.
We do this by
clearing landmines, cluster munitions and other unexploded bombs and by reducing the impact on communities of
small arms, light weapons and ammunition.
Our history
In 1989, two brothers – Rae and Lou McGrath – felt compelled to do something to protect people from the crippling and often fatal threat of landmines. Their solution was to set up MAG, which they ran from an office near Cockermouth in England's Lake District.
More than a quarter of a century later, this lifesaving work continues and MAG has evolved into a major international operation. We have been pioneers in the development of approaches that put communities at the heart of decision-making, new detection methods and mechanical demining.
In 1997, MAG shared the
Nobel Peace Prize for its role in banning landmines.
Discover more about our history.
Our Values
- Principled - We adhere to the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence, placing people affected by armed conflict and violence at the heart of our work.
- Agile - We react quickly and efficiently to changes so that we always offer the right solutions.
- Determined - We are resolute in our desire to use our skills and resources to benefit those most vulnerable to armed conflict and violence.
- Expert - We focus on areas where we have knowledge and expertise, and build on this foundation.
- Professional - We adhere to and measure ourselves against internationally-recognised sector standards.
- Enabling - We aim to empower and support those most affected by landmines and explosive remnants of war.
MAG in VIETNAM
Vietnam remains one of the world’s most contaminated countries, with an estimated 800,000 tons of unexploded bombs left over from the war that ended more than 40 years ago.
MAG’s ultimate goal in Vietnam is to
reduce the risk of landmines and unexploded bombs and release land to support socio-economic development.
Why we work in Vietnam
Although a considerable effort has been made by humanitarian organisations and the Vietnamese government, unexploded bombs continue to place communities at risk and restrict access to safe land required for housing, agriculture, infrastructure, and community development.
As a consequence of intense fighting and heavy bombardment during the war, the provinces where MAG works are among the most affected by cluster munitions and other unexploded bombs in Vietnam.
How we help
MAG has been
clearing unexploded bombs in Vietnam for 20 years, firstly in Quang Tri in 1999 and then expanding to Quang Binh province in 2003.
We encourage members of the community to report dangerous items to MAG’s free hotline number or to MAG’s community liaison teams through village meetings. We will then clear the items, and responding to these requests helps to greatly relieve the psychological impact on communities as well as remove the immediate physical danger.
MAG also conducts
risk education sessions during village meetings to ensure that communities containing unexploded bomb contamination are briefed on how to stay safe in contaminated areas.
As a result of MAG’s work, millions of square metres of land have been released to communities for productive use, such as agriculture, schools, medical clinics, roads, community flood protection facilities and many other development projects. MAG supports the Government of Vietnam in achieving its national development goals.
MAG also helps build the capacity of national mine action authorities in areas where we work.
Contact
MAG (Mines Advisory group)
Suite 3A, South Central, 11 Peter Street, Manchester, M2 5QR, United Kingdom
T: +44 (0) 161 236 4311
F: +44 (0) 161 236 6244
Email:
info@maginternational.org
For any fundraising enquiries or to give a donation over the phone please use the contact details below:
T: +44 (0)161 238 5466
Email:
fundraising@maginternational.org
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