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Book Reviews, Cisr Journal Feb 2006

Book Reviews, Cisr Journal

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Book Review: Vanna’s Dance, Maria Almudevar-van Santen


Assisting Landmine Accident Survivors In The Thai-Burmese Border Region, Imbert Matthee Feb 2006

Assisting Landmine Accident Survivors In The Thai-Burmese Border Region, Imbert Matthee

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


A Regional Approach: Mine And Uxo Risk Reduction In Vietnam, Laos And Cambodia, Andrew Wells-Dang Feb 2006

A Regional Approach: Mine And Uxo Risk Reduction In Vietnam, Laos And Cambodia, Andrew Wells-Dang

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Since Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia have similar mine and unexploded ordnance risk problems, a regional approach may contribute to finding solutions for these three. Understanding common features and challenges is a first step toward reducing the number of casualties in the region.


Demining In Iran, Eddie Banks Feb 2006

Demining In Iran, Eddie Banks

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The United Nations classification of mine-affected countries names the Islamic Republic of Iran as one of the world’s most affected countries. Historically Iran has been called the “cradle of civilization,” and it contains a number of important historical sites, including the ancient city of Persepolis (or Takht-e-Jamshid), which was destroyed by Alexander the Great in 322 B.C.


Observations On Recent Changes In The Northwest Cambodia’S Mine/Uxo Situation, Michael Simmons, Mao Vanna, Soun Chea, Noum Chay Roum Feb 2006

Observations On Recent Changes In The Northwest Cambodia’S Mine/Uxo Situation, Michael Simmons, Mao Vanna, Soun Chea, Noum Chay Roum

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Based on recently acquired data from selected areas in Battambang province in northwestern Cambodia, the authors offer a preliminary report on what appear to be very significant shifts in the nature of the mine/unexploded ordnance situation. The new data is used to make comparisons between the situation in 2000 and the current situation. Next, they offer evidence of how locally based initiatives appear to have become the predominant driving force of mine action in the selected areas.


The War Goes On, Allan R. Vosburgh Feb 2006

The War Goes On, Allan R. Vosburgh

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

By developing mine risk education and training materials specific to regions and countries, the Golden West Humanitarian Foundation tries to help prevent landmine casualties. Yet deaths and injuries from human interactions with explosive remnants of war continue to occur for many reasons.


Claiming The Future, Bounpheng Sisavath Feb 2006

Claiming The Future, Bounpheng Sisavath

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The Lao National Unexploded Ordnance Programme (UXO Lao) has established a regional office and field offices in nine heavily impacted provinces in Laos. In 2003, the government announced a national strategic plan to deal with the UXO problem, introducing major reforms in the sector and defining clear objectives for clearance operations. UXO Lao productivity has greatly increased since then and is on track to more than double its annual output by the end of 2008.


Coming Home, Edward Pennington-Ridge Feb 2006

Coming Home, Edward Pennington-Ridge

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Adopt-A-Minefield Survivor Assistance Consultant Ed Pennington-Ridge visited Afghanistan from May 1 through May 20, 2005. Despite the challenging security environment and anti-Western riots that began while he was there, his trip reinforced the importance of the work that AAM and other mine action organizations are doing in this country.


Afghanistan Landmine Impact Survey, Patrick Fruchet, Mike Kendellen Feb 2006

Afghanistan Landmine Impact Survey, Patrick Fruchet, Mike Kendellen

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The fieldwork for the Afghanistan Landmine Impact Survey was completed in January 2005, and the United Nations certified it 30 Sept. 2005. The final ALIS report is expected to be published in March 2006. This article provides an overview of the findings and how the mine action community in Afghanistan is using the results in its strategic planning.


Developing Alternatives: The Locality Demining Model In Cambodia, Rupert Leighton Feb 2006

Developing Alternatives: The Locality Demining Model In Cambodia, Rupert Leighton

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Mines Advisory Group has developed a new demining model that trains local citizens to clear mines in their own villages. After using the model for almost 12 months, MAG shows this method is as thorough as Mine Action Team units and requires fewer resources.


Integrated Mine Action: A Rights-Based Approach In Cambodia, Sally Campbell Feb 2006

Integrated Mine Action: A Rights-Based Approach In Cambodia, Sally Campbell

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The lives of some of the most impoverished Cambodians are beginning to improve as a result of new governmental programmes and nonprofit assistance that award land, provide training and offer other opportunities. Integrating mine action with other development programmes is building a sustainable economic community in Cambodia.


Destroying The Mother Of All Arsenals: Captured Enemy Ammunition Operations In Iraq, George Zahaczewsky Feb 2006

Destroying The Mother Of All Arsenals: Captured Enemy Ammunition Operations In Iraq, George Zahaczewsky

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Although the much-publicized weapons of mass destruction have not been found in Iraq, less has been said about what munitions were found there, the hazards they present or the efforts of Coalition Forces to remove the stockpiles. This article gives a first-hand view of the perils in Iraq.


A Personal Story: How Land Rights Affect Families, Chhun Phal An Feb 2006

A Personal Story: How Land Rights Affect Families, Chhun Phal An

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Chhun Pal An’s personal story shows clearly how wars and landmines impoverish people and that much more than simply removing landmines and explosive remnants of war is needed to improve the lives of citizens.


Usaid's Perspective: The Importance Of Social And Economic Development Strategies For Humanitarian Mine Action, Lloyd Feinberg Feb 2006

Usaid's Perspective: The Importance Of Social And Economic Development Strategies For Humanitarian Mine Action, Lloyd Feinberg

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

In this article, the author details how USAID has changed over the years and the agency’s current focus. The five lessons discussed are a guide for donors to follow to assure dollars are well-spent.


How Can Economists Contribute To Mine Action?, Dan Marsh Feb 2006

How Can Economists Contribute To Mine Action?, Dan Marsh

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

This article reviews the contribution economists can make in the area of humanitarian mine clearance and describes the development of a software package and manual designed to help managers decide which combination of machine and manual methods should be used to clear minefields to the required safety standard at the lowest cost.


Becoming Part Of The Hope, Tracey Begley Feb 2006

Becoming Part Of The Hope, Tracey Begley

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Visiting Laos and Cambodia can be a bit frightening for anyone— especially a 14-year-old girl. “Why are we going there?” I whined on the plane to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. I had just been reading an article about Asia’s most dangerous countries, and it featured Cambodia. Why would my parents take me there?


Humanitarian Demining As A Precursor To Economic Development, John Lundberg Feb 2006

Humanitarian Demining As A Precursor To Economic Development, John Lundberg

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Using three specific examples—Mozambique, Eritrea and Iraq—the author shows clearly how demining and development go hand-in-hand. He shows how clearing mines to restore power lines, rail service and agricultural land helps communities become economically viable again.


Environmental Applications In Demining, Ian Mclean Feb 2006

Environmental Applications In Demining, Ian Mclean

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The author takes a look at the environmental impact of demining and shows how demining not only affects the environment but also bears heavily on development and economics.


That Landmine Thing: Students Take On The Landmine Crisis, Zach Hudson, Karla Fuentes Feb 2006

That Landmine Thing: Students Take On The Landmine Crisis, Zach Hudson, Karla Fuentes

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


Unsung Hero: Johan Van Der Merwe, Cisr Journal Feb 2006

Unsung Hero: Johan Van Der Merwe, Cisr Journal

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Personal experiences with landmines and 10 years of working in mine action have shaped Johan van der Merwe’s life and views on what needs to be done to create a safer world.


From Interventions To Integration: Mine Risk Education And Community Liaison, Jo Durham Feb 2006

From Interventions To Integration: Mine Risk Education And Community Liaison, Jo Durham

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Mine risk education has become an integral part of humanitarian mine action, as emphasised by the recent adoption of the International Mine Action Standards on MRE. This article explores the development of MRE from the perspective of one HMA agency: the Mines Advisory Group. As with many other HMA operators, in MAG programmes, MRE and community liaison—alongside Technical Survey, explosive ordnance disposal and area clearance—have been part of MAG’s overall strategy to reduce risk in communities affected by the explosive remnants of war. This article looks at how MAG’s approach to MRE has developed and shifted in focus from MRE …


Playgrounds Without Mines, Vijorka Roseg Feb 2006

Playgrounds Without Mines, Vijorka Roseg

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

New playgrounds in mine-affected areas of Croatia provide a safe gathering place for children, families and the community. This local project of the Croatian Red Cross helps 45 communities enjoy the simple pleasures of life again.


Geneva Diary: Report From The Gichd, Ian Mansfield Feb 2006

Geneva Diary: Report From The Gichd, Ian Mansfield

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining provides operational assistance to mine action programmes and operators, conducts research, and provides support to the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention.


Mine Action Support Group Update, Cisr Journal Feb 2006

Mine Action Support Group Update, Cisr Journal

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The following article highlights the recent activities of the Mine Action Support Group, including updates on the United Nations Mine Action Service, the United Nations Development Programme and UNICEF.


Afghanistan, Country Profile Feb 2006

Afghanistan, Country Profile

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


Iran, Country Profile Feb 2006

Iran, Country Profile

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


Lebanon, Country Profile Feb 2006

Lebanon, Country Profile

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


Iraq, Country Profile Feb 2006

Iraq, Country Profile

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


Vietnam, Country Profile Feb 2006

Vietnam, Country Profile

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

No abstract provided.


Lrc System Allows Remote Disposal, Frederick L. Barthold Feb 2006

Lrc System Allows Remote Disposal, Frederick L. Barthold

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

Panther Ridge Research initially designed a Laser Receiver Controller system for the blasting industry where non-electric shock tubing could be used as the lead for initiating the blast-hole pattern of the material to be blasted (known as the overburden). Presently, the system is being modified for the explosive ordnance disposal and unexploded ordnance technician. This tool was designed “by a tech for a tech,” and it is anticipated it will save operators many grueling hours of setting up the disposal sites, as well as cleanup after operations are completed.