International Day of Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action 2024
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | International Day of Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action |
| Date of Observance | Annually on April 4th |
| Theme for 2024 | Centered on survivors of explosive hazards with disabilities and those living with disabilities in conflict |
| History | - Designated by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2005 |
| - Associated with the Ottawa Treaty (Mine Ban Treaty) opening for signature in 1996 | |
| Significance | - Raises awareness about the indiscriminate nature of landmines and explosive remnants of war |
| - Celebrates progress in mine action efforts globally | |
| - Highlights the need for collective action and international cooperation |