Syrian Woman Clears War Remnants After Personal Tragedy

Mission to Clear Unexploded Ordnance

• 🎯 Driven by the tragic loss of a 9-year-old relative to an unexploded projectile in 2019, Gada, a physics graduate, is dedicated to clearing war remnants.
• 💡 For three years, she has focused on raising awareness, and for the past four months, has actively participated in the removal and destruction of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO).

Scope of Operations

• 🛠️ Gada's team, consisting of three men and two women, successfully removes between 100 and 200 different types of war remnants monthly.
• 💣 These remnants include a variety of items such as shells, mines, fuses, and mortars.

Humanitarian Work and Support

• 🤝 The team's crucial work is supported by The Halo Trust, a non-governmental organization specializing in the removal of explosive remnants of war.
• 🌍 This effort is particularly vital as people return to their homes following the end of a 14-year war.

Challenges and Motivation

• 🎓 Gada underwent several training courses to safely handle the dangers associated with demining.
• ❤️ She emphasizes that her work is not just a job but a humanitarian mission to protect her family, neighbors, and returning residents.
• ⚠️ The sheer volume of reported remnants is overwhelming, with the team receiving numerous reports daily and struggling to keep up with the demand.