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 Disarmament
Threat Resolution LtdIn the context of small arms and light
weapons, disarmament is the process of the separation of weapons and ammunition
from demobilized military and paramilitary organizations, often in
post-conflict situations. To be successful, this process involves several key
elements which must managed concurrently. Disarmament projects should possess
point-of-collection to destruction procedures to ensure safety and transparency
to both donors and to those surrendering their weapons.
Disarmament program research
Research and assessment in
the viability, methodology and resources and financial commitment required to
conduct a weapons and ammunition recovery program. This activity is invariably
conducted in-country and also covers political, socioeconomic and safety
aspects.
Disarmament program design
The design and development
of turnkey weapons and ammunition recovery programs including the following
aspects: - Incentives
- Security and Safety
- Logistics and tracking
- Accountability &
transparency
- Financial resources and
cash-flow. (Budget)
- Destruction - Verification
Disarmament program supervision
Effective program management
requires a developed methodology which promotes a safe system of work and that
is transparent to donors. Safety in handling, movement, storage and destruction
of weapons and ammunition is considered to be a fundamental project
prerequisite.
Disarmament program Quality
Assurance
A systematic QA service is
also offered which is independent and therefore unbiased. Transparency in
financial, weapons and ammunition accounting at all stages of the recovery
process are vital to ensure continued donor support for disarmament
projects. .
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