Towards the end of each year, the GICHD compiles this forward-looking Outlook Report which presents the Centre’s activities and targets at project and outcome level for next year. The Outlook Report 2022 is the final product of the GICHD’s annual planning and budgeting process.
OUTLOOK REPORT 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS
*Available upon request at e.alexandrou@gichd.org
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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
AAMVS
GDAP
NTS
Arms and ammunition management validation system
Gender & Diversity Action Plan
Non-technical survey
GFP
OTP
Gender focal point
Online training platform
AMAT
Ammunition Management Advisory Team
GIS
QM
Geographic information service
Quality management
APMBC
IATG
RB
Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention
International Ammunition Technical Guidelines
Review Board
ARCP
SDG
Arab Regional Cooperation Programme
Sustainable Development Goal
IHL
International humanitarian law
BTOR
SOP
Back to office report
Standing operating procedure
IM
Information management
CCM
SSMA
Convention on Cluster Munitions
Safe and secure management of ammunition
IMAS
International Mine Action Standards
CORD
Collaborative Ordnance data repository
ISU
T&EP
Implementation Support Unit
Test and Evaluation Protocol
EECCA RCP Eastern Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia Regional Cooperation Programme
MACRA
TNMA
Mine Action Central Repository of Accidents
Technical Note for Mine Action
EO
TWG
Explosive ordnance
Technical working group
MARS
Mine action reporting system
EOD
UAS
Explosive ordnance disposal
Unmanned aerial system
NMAA
National Mine Action Authority
EORE
UNMAS
Explosive ordnance risk education
UN Mine Action Service
NMAC
National mine action centre
ERW
UNODA
Explosive remnants of war
UN Office for Disarmament Affairs
NMAS
National mine action standard
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD) works towards reducing risk to communities caused by explosive ordnance, with a focus on landmines, cluster munitions and ammunition stockpiles. In line with its current strategy, the Centre helps develop and professionalise the mine action sector by acting along three main service lines: the provision of field support focusing on technical advice and training; multilateral work focusing on norms and standards and research and development. These are complemented by a fourth, cross- cutting line of service relating to the facilitation of dialogue and cooperation. As outlined in this report, support for the development of capacities of national and international partners will remain a mainstay of the Centre’s work in 2022. Such support will be provided in diverse thematic areas, including strategic planning, gender, diversity and inclusion, explosive ordnance risk education (EORE), ammunition management, national standards development and information management. In line with its traditional role, the GICHD will also continue
supporting both the mine-action related conventions—APMBC, CCM and CCW—and broader multilateral processes on conventional arms and ammunition, by bringing evidence and field expertise to the fora where norms are developed, and their implementation is monitored. Innovation will occupy a central place in the Centre’s activities, both in terms of substance and of methodologies. In the area of land release, for instance, while continuing to promote the application of existing good practices—in line with agreed international standards—the GICHD will also enhance research on new tools and equipment (such as remote sensing technologies and aerial platforms) as well as new methodologies aiming to foster more efficient land release. Research will also continue on explosive ordnance ageing, the contribution of mine action to the achievement of the sustainable development goals, the role of international standards in disarmament, clearance in difficult terrain, and the contribution of all-female demining teams to the sector.
In terms of methodologies, building on the practices brought forward by mobility restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the GICHD will continue to invest in and rely on tools and practices aiming to facilitate the remote delivery of capacity development and technical advice, as a complement to its more traditional practices of knowledge dissemination based on face-to-face interactions. Overall, these hybrid methods of knowledge delivery will aim to increase the visibility of national actors and favour the inclusion of hard-to-reach beneficiaries. Thanks to the confirmed contributions of 18 donors, the above-mentioned activities will help support partners in 25 countries and territories. 2022 will also be the last year of implementation of the current GICHD Strategy. During the year, the Centre will engage in the elaboration of a new strategy for the period 2023-2026 through a consultative process designed to ensure that the GICHD’s activities are guided and shaped by the needs of national and international beneficiaries and partners.
Ambassador Stefano Toscano GICHD Director
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HIGHLIGHTS
Mine Fields © Gwenn Dubourthoumieu UNMACC
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HIGHLIGHTS
ACCELERATING THE TRANSITION TO INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR MINE ACTION (IMSMA) CORE
In 2022, the GICHD will continue to accelerate the global transition to IMSMA Core. The allocation of additional resources to this transition will be made possible by several steps, including: de-prioritize the development and deployment of selected ancillary information management tools; offer a lighter touch approach to IM support to affected states that require assistance on an ad-hoc or intermittent basis; proactively pursue new funding opportunities, including via private sector partnerships; and deliver more training and support through scalable online delivery formats. At the same time, the GICHD will increase efforts to substantively strengthen information security controls across the mine action sector. Specifically the GICHD will seek ISO27001 certification for IMSMA Core, and at the same time will work to update the underlying technology for older versions of IMSMA and reinforce messages about good security practices.
IMSMA Core reporting dashboard © Tajikistan National Mine Action Centre
BLACKBOARD LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
In 2022, the GICHD will roll out its new professional learning management system (LMS). The new system, supplied by Blackboard Inc., is a web-based virtual learning environment featuring course management, customizable open architecture, and scalable design. Training is a key pillar of the GICHD’s global capacity development support and the use of a modern LMS will help the Centre to further strengthen and standardise its approach to training mine action and explosive risk reduction practitioners and stakeholders. The global situation over the past two years has brought the potential power of online and hybrid teaching methods into sharp focus. Consequently, the Centre will use the new LMS to deliver an increasing number of training modules and courses, as our learning approach evolves in an effort to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of training delivery in order to meet global needs.
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EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE RISK EDUCATION (EORE) ESSENTIALS E-LEARNING COURSE
EORE is a vital component of risk reduction approaches for the protection of lives during and after conflict. Despite its importance, a sector wide needs analysis conducted in 2019-2020 identified a lack of sufficient standardised training opportunities at a global or intra-organisational level for EORE practitioners. The EORE Essentials e-learning course aims to address this capacity gap and raise the standard of EORE design and delivery, in line with IMAS, by offering grounding in the core principles of effective and ethical EORE. Following last year’s successful launch of the first standalone module of this course (Introduction to EORE Essentials), in 2022 the GICHD will develop and launch four additional modules specifically intended for professionals involved in the management, design or delivery of EORE interventions. These hands-on modules will allow EORE practitioners to apply the core principles within an EORE project cycle through interactive scenario-based learning. The GICHD will also continue to promote the uptake of the EORE Essentials Introduction, including via its translation into other languages, beginning with Arabic.
Introduction to EORE Essentials e-learning module
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DIGITALISING THE INTERNATIONAL AMMUNITION TECHNICAL GUIDELINES (IATG) FOR INTERNATIONAL USE
Through its Ammunition Management Advisory Team (AMAT), the GICHD will implement a project to database the IATG and make them available to the public through a digital web-based application. Databasing the 11 volumes and 42 modules of the IATG will allow easy navigation of content relevant to each user, including practical guidance on how to apply the IATG and find the required information quickly and easily. The project, assisted by curated machine learning, will also translate the entire contents of the IATG into Arabic, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian. The anticipated longer-term outcome of the digital database and its web interface will be the increased accessibility of the IATG and their instant availability in six languages, thus supporting the implementation of the guidelines hence facilitating safer and more secure ammunition management.
KEY CONCEPTS IN NATIONAL MINE ACTION STANDARDS (NMAS)
In the coming year, the GICHD will increase efforts in support of improved NMAS content. Given the importance of national standards as the foundations for safety, quality and efficiency in national mine action programmes, investment in ensuring that NMAS are of the highest quality possible is extremely worthwhile and will pay dividends globally in terms of safety and efficiency. Building on previous work in Afghanistan and SouthEast Asia, and based on the global guidance codified in the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS), specific themes such as risk management and liability and related concepts such as ‘all reasonable effort’ will be looked at in detail and so that their application can be tailored appropriately to specific national operational environments. In this context, issues such as the need to define clear criteria for releasing land (at the stage of survey and clearance) and the establishment of procedures for addressing missed mines and other explosive ordnance, have been identified by NMAAs as areas that pose particular challenges to the effective management of their field operations. The GICHD will continue to engage with a number of countries to help them develop country specific NMAS and other guidance in support of land release and other processes.
Thai Mission © NPA photos
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I. OVERVIEW
BY IMMEDIATE OUTCOME
A serviceman walks past anti-tank mines near the position of Ukrainian forces in the Lugansk region © Anatolii Stepanov (AFP)
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FIELD SUPPORT
2022 PROJECT PORTFOLIO
States and other partners use quality IO1 IO2 IO3 IO4 IO5 IO6 IO7 Ammunition is managed by states according to good practice Regional cooperation furthers the exchange,
National strategies are developed, adopted and implemented by states, according to good practice
National standards are developed, adopted and implemented by states, according to international standards
Land release is implemented by states and other partners, according to good practice
Risks from explosive ordnance are reduced in a gender and diversity sensitive and responsive manner
information to support their programming and operational management
dissemination and adoption of good practice
T Strategic
T National Mine
T Information
T Quality
T Arab Regional Cooperation Programme (ARCP) T Eastern Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia Regional
T Gender and
T Ammunition Management Advisory Team (AMAT)
Planning in Mine Action
Action Standards (NMAS) Development Assistance
Management Support
Management System and Operational Efficiency
Diversity Training and Online Learning
T Standardised Assessment Methodology for Ammunition Through-Life Management
T Information
Management Training
T Gender and Diversity Research
T Risk Management in Mine Action
T Land Release Outreach
T Support to United Nations SaferGuard Programme
T Global
Cooperation Programme (EECCA-RCP)
Geoservices
T Land Release Research
T Gender and Diversity
T Feasibility Study and
Assessments and Technical Assistance
T IMSMA Core
Development of Arms and Ammunition Management Validation System (AAMVs)
T Explosive Ordnance
T Francophone Regional
T IMSMA Open
Knowledge Base
Cooperation Programme (FRCP)
T Explosive
T Comprehensive Training Programme on the International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATG)
Ordnance Risk Education (EORE)
T UNMAS
IMSMA Core Implementation
T Explosive
Ordnance Risk Education Essentials E-Learning Course
T Digitalised IATG for International Use
T IMSMA New
Generation (NG) Maintenance
T NATO Handbook on Building Integrity in LCM of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) and Ammunition
T Remote Sensing Development
T IMSMA Core Infrastucture
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GLOBAL FRAMEWORK
IO8
IO9
IO10 IO11
Implementation of Conventions is
Relevant concepts, methods and tools are captured in international standards
International normative and policy processes are informed by evidence
The reduction of risks from explosive
fostered through the provision of expertise and logistical support
ordnance contributes to humanitarian action and sustainable development
T Mine action and the Sustainable
T Substantive Support to
T International Mine Action
T Multilateral
Discussions on Conventional Weapons and Ammunition
Development Goals (SDGs)
International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
Standards (IMAS) Secretariat
T Gender and
T IMAS
Diversity Global Policy
T Logistical Support to
Development and Outreach
International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
T Gender and
Diversity Support to Conventions
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
EXPENDITURES
IO1 National strategies are developed, adopted and implemented by states, according to good practice
947'486
IO2 National standards are developed, adopted and implemented by states, according to international standards 2'906'595 IO3 States and other partners use quality information to support their programming and operational management 4'132'975 IO4 Land release is implemented by states and other partners, according to good practice 2'469'874 IO5 Regional cooperation furthers the exchange, and dissemination and adoption of good practice 1'088'005 IO6 Risks from explosive ordnance are reduced in a gender and diversity sensitive and responsive manner 1'824'536 IO7 Ammunition is managed by states according to good practice 3'640'080 IO8 Implementation of Conventions is fostered through the provision of expertise and logistical support 1'187'631 IO9 Relevant concepts, methods and tools are captured in international standards 1'196'862 IO10 International normative and policy processes are informed by evidence 444'576 IO11 The reduction of risks from explosive ordnance contributes to humanitarian action and sustainable development 806'808
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ALLOCATIONS OF DONORS’ CONTRIBUTIONS
IO1 IO2 IO3 IO4 IO5 IO6 IO7 IO8 IO9 IO10 IO11
Australia Canada Finland Germany Italy
Norway Sweden Switzerland
The Netherlands United Kingdom
United States of America Arab Fund For Economic and Social Development ASEAN Regional Mine Action Center (ARMAC) European Union (EU) The Halo Trust United Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS)
In-kind contributions from Switzerland and the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) contribute to the Immediate Outcomes.
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BENEFICIARY COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES
IO1 IO2 IO3 IO4 IO5 IO6 IO7 IO8 IO9 IO10 IO11
Afghanistan Angola Azerbaijan Bosnia and Herzegovina Burkina Faso
Cambodia Colombia Iraq/Kurdistan Kosovo
Lao PDR Lebanon
Libya Palau Papua New Guinea Serbia Solomon Islands Somalia Sri Lanka Sudan
Tajikistan Thailand Turkey Ukraine Vietnam Yemen
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II. PLANNING
BY IMMEDIATE OUTCOME
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 1 National strategies are developed, adopted and implemented by states, according to good practice
2 national strategies to be developed in line with good practice Sri Lanka, 1 other country 2 national strategies to be improved and formally approved by governments Sri Lanka, 1 other country 3 national strategies to be implemented Iraq, Kosovo, Zimbabwe
1 national strategy to be revised Kosovo
national strategy (2022-2028), including by facilitating the development of strategy work plans. The GICHD will also facilitate strategy stakeholder workshops in Sri Lanka, aiming to analyse the national context in the light of updated contamination information and develop a theory of change that will ground the country’s final mine action strategy, which is expected to lead to completion under Article 5 of the APMBC on clearance of mined areas. The Centre will also support a mid-term strategy review in Kosovo, aiming to identify key implementation challenges and achievements, as well as to document good practices and lessons learnt. In 2022, the GICHD will also support the development of a new national strategy related to mine action in one other country, whose final selection is yet to be determined, as the GICHD is in discussion with a number of partner countries who have expressed a need for strategic support. Finally, the GICHD will continue assisting Moldova on ammunition management by renewing and strengthening its National Army Action Plan 2020-2024 to assess its suitability and coherence for implementation. The Ammunition Management Advisory Team (AMAT) will explore avenues to provide strategic support to other states too.
Appropriate national mine action strategies are central to facilitating effective and efficient operations and directly contribute to the fulfilment of States Parties’ Convention obligations and national targets.
2 national strategies to integrate gender and diversity considerations Sri Lanka, 1 other country
KEY PRIORITIES
Since 2014, the GICHD has provided support to affected and donor countries in the development, adoption and implementation of national strategies, in line with good practice. By facilitating inclusive and participatory strategic planning processes, the Centre has created opportunities to strengthen national ownership, coordination and management of national programmes and completion of Convention obligations. In 2022, building on past work and cooperation with relevant national authorities, the GICHD will continue supporting Iraq on the implementation of its new
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 2 National standards are developed, adopted and implemented by states, according to international standards
1 NMAS needs assessment to be completed Thailand 4 NMAS to be reviewed and updated Angola, Cambodia, Ukraine, Vietnam
5 training courses/ workshops to be conducted (40 men, 20 women; 70% to show increase in knowledge and 50% to apply knowledge) Cambodia, Lebanon, Tajikistan, Ukraine, Vietnam 2 publications T Liability in Mine Action T NMAS Good Practice
to assist NMAAs in relevant processes. Building on work started in 2021, the Centre will finalise and roll out a series of templates for key NMAS chapters, which will provide roadmaps for the development of their content. These templates will be used to guide the process of NMAS assessment or improvement in requesting partner countries (Angola, Cambodia, Thailand, Ukraine, Vietnam). Building on previous work in Afghanistan and South East Asia, specific themes such as risk management and liability will continue to be a focus in 2022. Issues such as the need to define clear criteria for releasing land (at the stage of survey as well as clearance) and the establishment of procedures for addressing missed mines and other explosive ordnance, have been identified by NMAAs as areas that pose particular challenges in developing NMAS and other guidance that supports the land release process. This work will be expanded to other countries (such as Lebanon), will be disseminated in the form of new documentation, and will also be integrated into ongoing NMAS assessments.
International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) and national mine action standards (NMAS) form part of the normative framework for mine action and are designed to enhance the safety, efficiency and quality of mine action operations.
KEY PRIORITIES
High-quality NMAS—based on the latest IMAS and adapted to specific national contexts and needs—are fundamental frameworks allowing national mine action authorities (NMAAs) to verify the quality of services provided by mine action operators. In 2022, the GICHD will continue providing tailored support for the development or review of such key frameworks, with a focus on elaborating better tools
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 3 States and other partners use quality information to support their programming and operational management
4 states to improve their IM capacity score as per the GICHD’s IM capacity development framework Ukraine, Yemen, 2 additional countries 4 baseline assessments to be conducted Lebanon, Ukraine, Yemen, Pacific island states (several) 10 states to adopt the GICHD IMSMA tool Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cambodia, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Serbia, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Vietnam
4 states/other partners to incorporate humanitarian and development datasets into their IM systems (IMS) 3 training courses/ workshops (36 participants; 75% to acquire knowledge)
year, the GICHD will particularly focus on accelerating the transition to Information Management System for Mine Action (IMSMA) Core, including by offering a lighter touch approach for states that only need ad-hoc support; proactively pursuing funding opportunities and private sector partnerships; and offering more training opportunities using scalable online delivery. Attention will also continue to be paid to facilitating the integration of humanitarian and development datasets into national IM systems of selected beneficiaries. The GICHD will also foster innovation as the sector taps into the power of IMSMA Core for, inter alia, advanced analytics, workflows, processing imagery, and artificial intelligence. The Centre will launch a webinar series for IM field staff to exchange and showcase innovations, with further developments planned for 2023 relating to an app exchange to share IMSMA add-on solutions across organisations. Both initiatives aim to elevate the voice of IM professionals from national authorities, by offering a platform to showcase their innovations. Focus will also be placed on expanding partnerships by broadening agreements with key technology partners, defining a structure of certified IMSMA implementers, and updating the IM support frameworks with beneficiary organisations.
Information management (IM), the practice of turning raw data into useful and usable information for evidence-based decision-making, contributes towards managing and ultimately reducing explosive ordnance risk.
KEY PRIORITIES
Effective IM, including the availability of skilled personnel and up-to-date and fit-for-purpose systems, is fundamental for mine action actors to effectively leverage information towards evidence-based operational and strategic decision-making. In 2022, the GICHD will continue to provide state-of- the-art solutions, training programmes and tailored assistance to ensure that adequate systems and capacities are in place, based on specific IM capacity assessments carried out by the Centre. During the
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 4 Land release is implemented by states and other partners, according to good practice
4 tools to be developed and/or implemented CORD; MACRA; Equipment e-catalogue; Technical Simulator 1 country to improve land release operations Ukraine
7 publications/case studies to be conducted T Ageing Guide T Remote Management T Route Clearance T Difficult Terrain T CMRS study T Mechanical study T Priority setting system research T Governance systems research
amount of data that mine action programmes have gathered in decades of operations around the world. This will be complemented with bolstered research on explosive devices themselves, for instance through a new study on explosive ordnance ageing, continued work on land release in difficult terrain, and the regular updating of information in the Collaborative ORDnance data repository (CORD) database. As the technical knowledge of explosive ordnance constitutes an important basis for sound operational decisions, this work aims to bolster the efficiency and effectiveness of land release operations based on context-specific information and analysis. The dissemination of good practice on the land release process will remain a cornerstone of the GICHD’s contribution to efficient and effective mine action operations. In 2022, the Centre will implement a more strategic approach to knowledge dissemination by integrating e-learning and remote teaching methods with more traditional methods (in-person training courses), with the goal of increasing its reach to relevant practitioners and other stakeholders. Training courses and workshops will be offered on non-technical survey (NTS), technical survey, operational efficiency and quality management.
The improvement and implementation of the land release process makes it possible to realise considerable time and cost savings, while ensuring the quality of land release outputs and without compromising operators’ safety.
8 training courses/ workshops (120 men,
KEY PRIORITIES
The implementation of land release in affected countries is fundamental to save lives and allow communities to use land for productive purposes. Land release is, however, a costly and resource- intensive undertaking that carries with it certain risks. In 2022, in addition to its traditional focus on the effective implementation of existing land release methodologies, the GICHD will pursue innovation and enhance research on new tools and equipment for land release (such as remote sensing technologies and aerial platforms), as well as on new methodologies allowing the sector to better use the tremendous
30 women; 80% to acquire knowledge) T 1 Explosive Ordnance (Pacific region) T 1 Operational Efficiency, 1 Quality Management (Ukraine) T 1 Operations Analyst (global) T 3 NTS (global, Ukraine, 1 other country) T 1 Technical Survey (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 5 Regional cooperation furthers the exchange, and dissemination and adoption of good practice
12 NMAAs/mine action programmes to exchange good practice Armenia, Azerbaijan, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Mauritania, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Ukraine, Yemen 8 NMAAs/mine action programmes to adopt good practice Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Lebanon, Mauritania, Somalia, Ukraine, Yemen
1 partnership to be concluded 5 IMAS chapters translated into Arabic, French and Russian
South and triangular. Overall, these result in an enhanced performance of mine action and ammunition management programmes. In 2022, the Arab Regional Cooperation Programme (ARCP) will organise training sessions on NTS, IMSMA Core administration, mine action and the sustainable development goals (SDGs), as well as workshops on the gender focal point (GFP) community of practice and EORE. The Eastern Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia Regional Cooperation Programme will organise a regional workshop in Geneva focusing on the South Caucasus region. Based on the results of a workshop hosted by the Francophone Regional Cooperation Programme (FRCP) in late October 2021, the GICHD will also identify next steps for strengthening its FRCP, as well as considering the specific needs and challenges of the region. The RCPs will also continue to make key mine action and ammunition management guidance documents available in various languages, in line with latest developments (e.g. in IMAS) and actual regional needs.
The exchange of expertise and good practice at the regional level and in shared languages encourages regional cooperation on common issues and challenges, generally enhancing the performance of mine action and ammunition management programmes.
KEY PRIORITIES
Through its three regional cooperation programmes (RCPs), the GICHD facilitates the exchange of expertise and good practice at the regional level and in shared languages (Arabic, French, Russian). By providing safe spaces for open exchanges, in close collaboration with NMAAs, the RCPs effectively promote dialogue on common issues and challenges relating to mine action and ammunition management, foster national ownership as well as cooperation—including South-
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 6 Risks from explosive ordnance are reduced in a gender and diversity sensitive and responsive manner
2 country assessments to be completed Cambodia, Yemen 10 countries to be equipped with a dedicated capacity on GD 2 countries to improve their GD responsive systems and practices, and to formalise their GD mainstreaming framework Cambodia, Lebanon 11 training courses or workshops (100% of participants acquire and 75% to apply knowledge from GFP courses) T 2 Gender Focal Point (ARCP, global) T 2 Inclusive Leadership (Iraq, Ukraine) T 2 Gender & Diversity workshops (ARMAC, Cambodia) T 2 EORE (ARCP, ARMAC) T 1 EORE—MEAL T 1 Digital EORE (PfP)
500 people to be trained (of which at least 22% are women) 13 countries/other partners to adopt methods, tools/approaches developed by EORE AG and the GICHD Iraq, Ukraine, Vietnam,
This will be done through ongoing engagement with participants in the ARCP and global gender focal points capacity development programmes, as well as the development and delivery of an inclusive leadership training course. Through technical assessments and assistance on demand, the Centre will also facilitate the development of mine action partners’ capacities in gender and diversity mainstreaming. Through the production and dissemination of evidence-based research, the GICHD will continue to collect evidence, raise awareness and provide guidance on specific aspects of gender equality, diversity and inclusion in mine action. The GICHD will continue to strengthen the global profile of EORE, including as secretariat of the EORE Advisory Group. New resources will be produced on topics including social and behavioural change communication, digital EOR, improvised explosive device risk education, and monitoring and evaluation. Bilateral and regional support will be provided to promote the uptake of good practice. Building on the success of the e-learning course ‘Introduction to EORE Essentials’ (2021), the GICHD will develop and launch four additional modules directed at EORE practitioners, aiming to increase knowledge of the fundamental building blocks of EORE.
Building partners’ knowledge and skills to mainstream gender and diversity considerations increases the impact of mine action interventions on women, girls, boys and men. The resilience of affected communities is further strengthened through raising the profile of EORE and improving its effectiveness and efficiency.
Yemen and 9 other countries/partners 2 global policy documents/strategies
promoting EORE to be developed 2 publications to be developed
KEY PRIORITIES
To ensure that explosive ordnance risk reduction interventions benefit and include affected diverse populations, in 2022, the GICHD will continue to provide training and online learning to increase knowledge of the relevance of gender and diversity considerations, establish sustainable capacities to promote gender equality and inclusion, and create enabling environments for gender and diversity mainstreaming efforts.
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FIELD SUPPORT
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 7 Ammunition is managed by states according to good practice
2 states SSMA baseline assessments to be completed 3 states; 2 partners to improve their SSMA based on good practice Mauritania, Togo, Moldova ; DDPS, EU 1 state to make ammunition stocks safer and more secure in line with the IATG Peru
6 training courses to which AMAT will contribute T DDR WAM course T Standardised training on SSMA for UN personnel and T/PCCs 20 ammunition experts to be validated by the UNSaferGuard Programme 4 publications to be developed 1 tool to be developed IATG digitalised database
UN SaferGuard programme in developing, reviewing, updating and disseminating good practice guidelines and tools, in line with the latest IATG. In cooperation with other technical experts, AMAT will roll out a standardised assessment methodology that will enable the provision of tailored technical advice and the design of response packages aiming to strengthen requesting states’ capabilities for the through-life management of ammunition. Based on the feasibility study on the possible development of an arms and ammunition management validation system, and pending the positive EU Council decision, in 2022 AMAT will also proceed with elaborating a concept and way forward for obtaining such a system. Finally, AMAT will complete two recently started projects on developing a digitalised IATG database—aiming to further promote the uptake and use of the standards—and supporting NATO for the elaboration of a handbook of good practices to build national capabilities for strengthening accountability and good governance in the life cycle management of small arms and light weapons (SALW) and their ammunition.
Systems for the safe and secure management of ammunition (SSMA) need to be implemented and maintained to prevent and address the risks of accidental explosions and illicit diversion linked to ageing, unstable and surplus ammunition stockpiles.
KEY PRIORITIES
As a global mechanism aiming to provide technical assistance on ammunition safety and security in line with the International Ammunition Technical Guidelines (IATG), in 2022 AMAT will continue to respond to states’ and partners’ requests for support in strengthening ammunition policies and practices, with a view to reducing risks from accidental explosions and diversion, thus enhancing populations’ safety and security. AMAT will also continue to support the
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GLOBAL FRAMEWORK
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 8 Implementation of Conventions is fostered through the provision of expertise and logistical support
5 States Parties to request/refer to the GICHD’s substantial support in statements/ other types of intervention 2 States Parties to refer to the GICHD’s logistical support in statements/other types of intervention
3 extension requests under the APMBC and CCM to reflect the GICHD’s inputs
KEY PRIORITIES
Logistical and evidence-based substantive support promote the efficient, effective, relevant and inclusive implementation of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC), the Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) and the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW).
In 2022, the GICHD will continue to provide substantive and logistical support for the timely and effective implementation of the APMBC, the CCM and the CCW—the key international legal frameworks for mine action. Through its active participation in Convention meetings, technical input on extension requests (Art. 5 of the APMBC and Art. 4 of the CCM), contribution to panel discussions, side events, individualised approach/ country coalition meetings and participation in meetings of the APMBC Coordinating Committee and CCM Analysis Group, the Centre will continue to bring good practice and evidence from the field to multilateral fora where challenges and progress are discussed. In line with agreements and guidelines between the GICHD and States Parties and Implementation Support Units (ISUs)/secretariat of these Conventions, the GICHD will also continue to provide logistical support to the ISU-APMBC, ISU-CCM and CCW secretariat, by providing infrastructure-related services and administrative services. Finally, the GICHD will also provide technical advice and support for the mainstreaming of gender and diversity dimensions in the implementation of the APMBC and CCM, including through its membership in the informal Gender and Diversity Working Group.
2 States Parties subject to country
focused or individualised approach to be facilitated/ supported by the GICHD 95% of sponsored delegates to attend Convention meetings (of which at least 20% are women)
2016 APMBC Pledging conference
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GLOBAL FRAMEWORK
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 9 Relevant concepts, methods and tools are captured in international standards
5 IMAS/TNMA; 1 T&EP submitted to IMAS Review Board for consideration,
100% of new/revised standards/ TNMA approved by the IMAS Review Board to be GD sensitive 5 training courses (45 men, 15 women; 70% to acquire knowledge) Iraq, Libya, Solomon Islands, Ukraine
quality and based on the most up-to-date analysis and information, in 2022 the GICHD will continue to provide its double-pronged support for their development, updating and review. The GICHD houses the IMAS secretariat, which is neutral and separate from the GICHD’s work on substantive, technical developments to IMAS and outreach. As the Secretariat for the IMAS Review Board and Steering Group, the GICHD will support the effective governance of IMAS. On substance, efforts will be directed at the review of nine existing IMAS chapters, TNMAs and protocols that have not been reviewed or updated in recent years. The GICHD will also focus on implementing and developing e-learning platforms, with a view to facilitating access to individuals from under-represented groups, who may not have the opportunity to attend in-person training courses. Through AMAT, the GICHD will also continue to disseminate good practice according to the IATG Version 3, promoting their application to states and organisations. As an ex-officio member of the IATG Technical Review Board (TRB), AMAT will help to ensure that the guidelines remain of the highest quality and undertake reviews of IATG modules with TRB members on behalf of the UN SaferGuard Programme. AMAT will also continue to facilitate meetings of the TRB and Strategic Coordination Group.
Through its support of the development and dissemination of both the IMAS and the IATG, the GICHD has a key role in ensuring that mine action and ammunition management are implemented according to the latest international standards on safety, efficiency and effectiveness.
to be revised T Terminology T IM
T Training T Marking T Management of human remains T EOD competencies 1 IMAS/TNMA; 2 T&EPs to be approved by the IMAS Review Board
KEY PRIORITIES
International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) guide the planning, implementation and management of mine action programmes globally. Designed to improve safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in mine action, as well as to promote a common and consistent approach to mine action operations, they work as the key guide for the elaboration of more detailed documents such as NMAS, standing operating procedures and training materials. To ensure that the IMAS and accompanying Technical Notes for Mine Action (TNMAs) and Test and Evaluation Protocols (T&EPs) are of the highest
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GLOBAL FRAMEWORK
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 10 International normative and policy processes are informed by evidence
4 presentations/other evidence-based input to international normative and policy processes on conventional arms and ammunition 2 references to the GICHD substantive contribution to international normative and policy processes on conventional arms and ammunition
1 publication to be developed International standards in disarmament
The group of governmental experts (GGE) on conventional ammunition, to which the GICHD contributed as advisor to the Chair, successfully concluded its work in September 2021. The UN General Assembly (UNGA) will be called on to endorse the GGE report, in which AMAT is mentioned in the context of existing international efforts to provide assistance to states. The UNGA is expected to agree on a roadmap for the next steps, which may include the establishment of an open-ended working group to outline a framework of political commitments on the issue. The GICHD will stand ready to be involved in this process. The GICHD will also contribute with its expertise to processes relating to SALW and the Arms Trade Treaty, in line with emerging needs and expert input requests. Finally, the Centre aims to continue to contribute to the content of the yearly meeting of National Mine Action Directors-UN Agencies.
The GICHD provides substantive input and advice to contribute to evidence-based and informed discussions and decision-making in multilateral processes on conventional weapons and ammunition.
KEY PRIORITIES
As a recognised source of technical expertise and field evidence, the GICHD is ideally placed to add substantive value to multilateral processes aiming to limit the negative impacts of conventional weapons and ammunition on civilians. In 2022, the GICHD will continue to follow developments on negotiations for a political declaration on the protection of civilians in urban warfare, an initiative spearheaded by Ireland that the Centre contributed to, particularly in the early stages, via analyses of the characterisation and direct impact of commonly used conventional weapons systems.
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GLOBAL FRAMEWORK
IMMEDIATE OUTCOME 11 The reduction of risks from explosive ordnance contributes to humanitarian action and sustainable development
11 cross-thematic partnerships to be
3 countries to align their national mine action strategies, NMAS and policies with the SDGs 6 case studies to be developed under the ‘Beyond Square Meters’ initiative Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iraq, Somalia, South Sudan, Ukraine
to facilitate the exchange of information on gender equality and inclusion and the continued piloting of a podcast mini-series aiming to foster dialogue on existing challenges and opportunities to promote inclusive peace efforts, sustainable development, and gender equality and inclusion in post-conflict settings. Jointly with the UN Development Programme (UNDP), the GICHD will continue providing support and advice for better linking mine action contributions with broader national development frameworks and policy processes in six countries, including via a training course package developed by the Centre in 2021. For these same countries, the GICHD will also produce evidence-based, comprehensive analyses of the impact of mine action on sustainable development in the medium and long term, through a series of case studies. As relevant or required, the GICHD will contribute substantively to initiatives such as Geneva Peace Week; training courses organised by NATO and the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP); the Mine Action Area of Responsibility, under the umbrella of the Global Protection Cluster; and disarmament/arms control processes, such as the Western Balkans SALW Control Roadmap and the Multinational Small Arms and Ammunition Group (MSAG).
To enhance its relevance, efficiency and sustainability, mine action should be understood and operationalised as a contribution to and part of broader agendas. To this end, the GICHD develops stronger collaborations between the mine action, ammunition management, peace and security, gender equality and development sectors.
established with gender equality, humanitarian, peace, security and development stakeholders 5 interventions in training courses and policy debates to be delivered in the framework of the SDGs
KEY PRIORITIES
To place mine action and ammunition management efforts more firmly in the so-called Triple Nexus (humanitarian, development, peace), in 2022 the GICHD will focus on sharing its expertise and developing partnerships with stakeholders working on diverse, broader global agendas. These will include the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development; Women, Peace and Security; the International Gender Champions; and disarmament and humanitarian action. Initiatives will include the development of a donor awareness platform
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III. CROSS-CUTTING PLANNING
Strategic planning support to Iraq © GICHD
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COUNTRY-FOCUSED APPROACH
Over the next year, the GICHD will continue to strengthen its country-focussed approach in line with its Strategy. Thematic support such as on strategic planning, NMAS, IM and GDI will continue to be the basis for the Centre’s work on capacity development. At the same time, the Centre will seek further to strengthen its impact by taking an even more needs- driven and multi-year approach to the support provided to selected countries. One of the key goals of the GICHD’s country-focussed approach is to ensure that multi-year capacity development support packages are based on clear objectives agreed in advance with the affected states. The establishment of baselines at the inception phase is an important aspect of this endeavour. So is the development of country-specific work plans that are tailored to identified needs, relevant to the operational context and programme realistic delivery of activities that have been agreed with the respective national authority. GICHD thematic support packages are then systematically designed, implemented, monitored, and evaluated following a standardised process. In 2022, a strong emphasis will be placed on tailoring support to reflect the unique operational contexts in selected countries. The considerable success of the strategic planning process in Iraq has led to a national mine action strategy* that will frame all future mine
action interventions, including any thematic support provided by the GICHD, over the 2022–2028 strategic period. This success has led to further requests for support from the Government of Iraq for the implementation of the national strategy. In 2022 the GICHD will initiate this support by facilitating dialogue among all the relevant stakeholders, building towards the development of detailed strategy work plans. The positive experience in Iraq is a good example of the GICHD’s efforts to strengthen and replicate the country focussed approach previously taken in Afghanistan. Whilst very substantial progress was made in Afghanistan in 2020 and 2021, the significant shift in the country’s political landscape has led to fundamental changes in the way that the mine action programme is structured. The GICHD will continue to engage in Afghanistan to the extent that our upstream work is possible, acceptable and sustainable. The change in political landscape in Afghanistan is a reminder that upstream mine action work is susceptible to such changes. This is precisely why the country-focussed approach is based on carefully tailored and context-specific responses.
With this in mind, the GICHD plans to tailor its country-focussed support to Ukraine in 2022 and beyond. Following an analysis of the existing institutional framework and giving due consideration to the evolving national political context, capacity development assistance planned for Ukraine in 2022 is likely to have the greatest impact if it is more focussed towards upstream work that supports field operations. Thematic support on issues such as developing national standards, information management systems, EORE and gender equality, diversity and inclusion will be sequenced appropriately in coordination with both national and international stakeholders. The appropriate sequencing will ensure that GICHD support is delivered in a way that progressively builds national capacity in key areas. This, in turn, will ensure that the GICHD continues to deliver the most effective and efficient support, as the national institutional architecture for mine action is formally established.
*Final draft under consideration within Iraqi government at the time of writing
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