On May 22, 2024, experts and interested parties in the area of humanitarian demining will have the opportunity to participate in a virtual seminar on Humanitarian Demining. The event is organized by the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB) and the Organization of American States (OAS) and will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Washington time), with registration open on the website www. .jid.org.

 

The event will bring together prominent speakers from the IADB, OAS and Humanitarian Demining agencies, and will address crucial topics such as good practices, challenges and innovations in the field of humanitarian demining. One of the main attractions will be the launch of Spanish translations of the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS), a significant step for the dissemination of essential knowledge in Spanish-speaking regions.

 

In addition, the event will have simultaneous translation into Portuguese, Spanish and English, ensuring accessibility and inclusion of participants from various regions. All those enrolled in the seminar will receive a diploma, recognizing their participation and commitment to this vital cause.

 

"Demining is one of the most critical areas to guarantee the security and sustainable development of nations. This seminar not only seeks to educate and inform, but also to promote international collaboration to face this global challenge together," says Colonel Lehmkuhl, Head of the Humanitarian Demining Section of the IADB.

 

With the motto "Promoting and Strengthening Hemispheric Confidence and Security" of the IADB and "More rights for more people" of the OAS, the seminar aims to be a milestone in the fight for an America free of antipersonnel landmines. The initiative is part of an ongoing effort by the organizations involved to raise awareness and encourage effective action against landmines, which continue to pose a danger in various parts of the world.

 

Participation is open to all those interested in the topic, from professionals in the area to members of the global community who wish to contribute to the cause. For more information and to register, visit the official event site.

 

This seminar is not just a conference, it is a call to action for all those committed to security and human development.

 

 Join us at this important event and be part of the solution to one of the most persistent problems faced by affected communities around the world.