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Las Anod, Northeastern State, Somalia

Independent · Non-Governmental · Non-Profit Humanitarian Organization

Saving Lives, Restoring Hope, Building Safer Communities.

North East Hazard Action (NEHA) protects communities affected by explosive hazards and supports sustainable recovery across Somalia through internationally recognized Humanitarian Mine Action.

15Integrated Programmes
IMASCompliant Operations
100%Nationally Led
CHS& Sphere Standards

Who We Are

A nationally led humanitarian organization confronting explosive hazards

NEHA is a nationally led humanitarian organization headquartered in Las Anod, Northeastern State, Somalia, established to reduce the impact of landmines, UXO, ERW and other explosive hazards. Working closely with government institutions, humanitarian partners, donors and communities, NEHA combines international standards with local knowledge to deliver accountable and sustainable humanitarian services.

The organization operates in accordance with the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and operational independence, aligning its technical activities with the International Mine Action Standards (IMAS), humanitarian principles and internationally accepted best practices.

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Vision

A safe, secure and resilient Somalia free from explosive hazards.

Mission

To save lives and strengthen resilience through humanitarian mine action, emergency response, disaster risk reduction, victim assistance and strategic partnerships.

Core Values

  • Humanity
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Professionalism
  • Neutrality
  • Independence
  • Innovation
  • Partnership

The Threat We Confront

Explosive hazards still threaten lives across the state

Decades of conflict have left landmines, unexploded ordnance and explosive remnants of war that continue to injure people, block land and hold back recovery. Learn the risks — and what to do if you find something dangerous.

What We Do

Integrated humanitarian programmes

A full spectrum of mine action and humanitarian services designed to protect civilians, restore access and rebuild resilient communities.

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Humanitarian Mine Action

Internationally recognized mine action that prioritizes civilian protection, humanitarian access and long-term development.

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Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)

Safe location, identification and disposal of explosive ordnance by qualified, IMAS-compliant teams.

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Battle Area Clearance (BAC)

Systematic clearance of areas affected by conflict to return safe land to communities.

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Non-Technical Survey (NTS)

Community-based data collection to define and prioritize suspected hazardous areas.

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Technical Survey (TS)

Detailed technical investigation to confirm and delineate contamination for clearance.

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Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE)

Life-saving risk education that helps at-risk communities recognize and avoid explosive hazards.

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Victim Assistance

Support for survivors and affected families on the path to recovery and inclusion.

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Emergency Response

Rapid, coordinated response to humanitarian emergencies where lives are at risk.

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Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

Reducing vulnerability and strengthening preparedness against natural and man-made hazards.

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Community Resilience

Building the local capacity communities need to recover, adapt and thrive.

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Peacebuilding

Fostering trust and cooperation that underpin lasting peace and stability.

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Capacity Development

Strengthening national and local institutions to sustain mine action into the future.

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Mine Risk Education (MRE)

Community education that reduces deaths and injuries from mines and explosive remnants of war.

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Community Liaison

Two-way engagement that puts affected communities at the centre of mine action.

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Capacity Building & Training

Building national and local skills so mine action is sustainable and nationally owned.

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Our Work in Action

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Strategic Objectives

Where we focus our impact

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Save lives through humanitarian mine action.

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Improve community safety through risk education.

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Strengthen national and local institutional capacity.

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Enhance humanitarian access.

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Build resilient communities.

News & Updates

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Working together for a safer future

Partner with NEHA to reduce the impact of explosive hazards and build resilient communities across Somalia.