Mine Action and Disarmament
Calls for Expression of Interest/Concept Notes: Non-Intrusive Explosive Detection Technologies for Applied Use in Mine Action
NPA invites technology vendors, manufacturers and developers to submit an Expression of Interest to partner with NPA to develop and test potential new technologies that can non-intrusively scan for or otherwise detect explosive contamination (buried and beneath vegetation) across large areas.
06 May 2025
Mine Action and Disarmament
Frequently asked questions: The Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention
The Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC) stands as one of the most successful disarmament treaties in history. It has drastically reduced the use of anti-personnel mines, established a global norm against their use, and saved countless lives.
06 May 2025
Development Cooperation
The grassroots movement empowering workers in Northeast Syria
In Al-Hasakah, a city in northeastern Syria, Hanan, a 27-year-old textile worker, sits at her sewing station, threading a needle through thick fabric. About a year ago, her job was marked by unsafe conditions, meagre pay, and no formal contract. “Speaking out seemed impossible, I thought complaining would cost me everything,” she said.
30 Apr 2025
Countries
Helping Children in Ukraine Stay Safe in a Time of War
With US support, NPA helps children in Ukraine to recognize threats and stay safe
30 Apr 2025
Mine Action and Disarmament
Helping Children in Ukraine Stay Safe in a Time of War
With US support, NPA helps children in Ukraine to recognize threats and stay safe
30 Apr 2025
Development Cooperation
Two years of war in Sudan: Norway must mobilize support for the Sudanese volunteers who are saving lives
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 worst humanitarian crisis. Meanwhile, international aid cuts are strangling the locally led relief system the Sudanese rely on.
15 Apr 2025
Mine Action and Disarmament
Shocking Discovery: 27 Unexploded Ordnance Found In A Local Garden In Xuan Trach Commune, Quang Binh, Vietnam
On 10 April 2025, a total of 27 deadly rounds of 75mm Armor Penetrating High Explosive (AP-HE) projectiles were reported to NPA non-technical survey team during an interview with 62-year-old farmer, Tran Thi Luc, in Village 6, Xuan Trach commune, Bo Trach district.
11 Apr 2025
Mine Action and Disarmament
Interventions to prevent withdrawals from the Mine Ban Treaty
Last week, Norwegian People's Aid's Per Nergaard and Darvin Lisica and Director of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL), Tamar Gabelnick, traveled to Vilnius to try to convince Lithuania to uphold its legal obligations under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention and reverse its intention to withdraw from this life-saving treaty.
07 Apr 2025
Mine Action and Disarmament
NPA launches Green Field Tool for Mine Action
How do you ensure your project doesn't harm the environment? How can NGOs and national authorities adapt to climate change and better support communities?
25 Mar 2025
Development Cooperation
Letter to Commissioner Kallas, Suica and Lahbib re. occupied Palestinian territory and neighbourhood countries
The situation for Palestinians living in Gaza and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, remains desperately challenging.
25 Mar 2025
Anti-Corruption Annual Report 2024
Norwegian People's Aid has zero tolerance for corruption, and we take the risk seriously by deploying resources for prevention, detection and processing of cases.
20 Mar 2025
Norwegian People's Aid strongly condemns the joint intention of the Baltic states and Poland to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention
The Norwegian People's Aid is deeply concerned about the recent joint announcement by the Ministries of Defense of Poland, Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia, recommending a withdrawal from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC). A step that puts the protection of civilians at great risk and undermines the importance of international humanitarian law (IHL).
19 Mar 2025