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EU Legislative Interests

• Regulation (EU) 2021/947 establishing the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument – Global Europe. • Council Decision (CFSP) 2021/509 establishing the European Peace Facility. • “A Strategic Compass for Security and Defence” (Council-approved policy, March 2022). • Decision No 1313/2013/EU on a Union Civil Protection Mechanism (as amended, incl. Decision (EU) 2019/420 and Regulation (EU) 2021/836) — incl. rescEU CBRN capacities. Mine action / EO & UXO (incl. maritime) • Guidelines on European Community Mine Action 2008–2013 (policy guidance still referenced for EU mine-action programming). • Regulation (EU) 2019/1148 on the marketing and use of explosives precursors. • Regulation (EU) 2021/821 setting up a Union regime for the control of exports, brokering, technical assistance, transit and transfer of dual-use items. • Council Directive 2013/59/Euratom laying down basic safety standards for protection against dangers arising from exposure to ionising radiation. • Council-approved Revised EU Maritime Security Strategy and Action Plan (2023). • Directive 2008/56/EC establishing a framework for community action in the field of marine environmental policy (Marine Strategy Framework Directive). • Regulation (EU) 2024/1991 on nature restoration (“Nature Restoration Law”) — relevant to coastal/marine habitat recovery. Environmental remediation & multilateral chemicals/waste (Basel, Rotterdam, Stockholm, Minamata) • Regulation (EU) 2024/1157 on shipments of waste (repealing Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006) — implements Basel Convention obligations in EU law. • Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 on persistent organic pollutants — implements the Stockholm Convention. • Regulation (EU) No 649/2012 concerning the export and import of hazardous chemicals — implements the Rotterdam Convention (PIC). • Regulation (EU) 2017/852 on mercury, and Council Decision (EU) 2017/939 on the conclusion of the Minamata Convention on Mercury. • Directive 2000/60/EC establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (Water Framework Directive). • Directive 2006/118/EC on the protection of groundwater against pollution and deterioration (Groundwater Directive). • Directive 2004/35/EC on environmental liability with regard to the prevention and remedying of environmental damage. • Directive (EU) 2024/1203 on the protection of the environment through criminal law (revised Environmental Crime Directive). • Directive 2012/18/EU on the control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances (Seveso III). Ocean governance / coral reefs / Pacific relevance • Joint Communication “Setting the course for a sustainable blue planet — the EU’s International Ocean Governance agenda” (JOIN(2022) 28). Peace, security, stability; DDR / SSR • Joint Communication JOIN(2016) 31 “Elements for an EU-wide strategic framework to support security sector reform (SSR)”, endorsed by Council Conclusions (2016). • Council Conclusions on the Integrated Approach to External Conflicts and Crises (22 January 2018). • EU concept/policy basis on Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) — Council documents endorsing EU support to DDR (2006). (historical but still cited by EU institutions when framing DDR support). CBRNE (security, preparedness, response) • Commission Communication COM(2017) 610 final “Action Plan to enhance preparedness against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear security risks.” • Union Civil Protection Mechanism framework (see above: Decision No 1313/2013/EU and Decision (EU) 2019/420) — includes rescEU CBRN detection, sampling and decontamination capacities. Regulation (EU) 2021/695 establishing Horizon Europe – the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (2021–2027) — including the Cluster 3 “Civil Security for Society” work programme, with topics on disaster-resilient societies, fighting crime and terrorism, border management, and CBRNE risk mitigation.

Communication Activities

Over the past two years, FSD and FSD France have actively engaged in a range of communication and outreach efforts aimed at EU institutions, decision-makers, and stakeholders. These include: 1. Campaign-Based and Digital Outreach Activating Public Support • The “From Bombs to Blooms” campaign leveraged creative storytelling to raise awareness about FSD’s explosive ordinance clearance work and EU-supported mine action projects, inviting the public to participate symbolically through seed‑bomb planting. This initiative helped showcase FSD’s mission and successes in conflict-affected communities and resonated with broader EU policy goals for humanitarian aid and land rehabilitation • An interactive “What if you were a deminer?” online quiz engaged the public in the challenges of demining work, highlighting the dangers of unexploded ordnance and aligning with EU-funded efforts to protect civilians and rebuild communities 2. Media Presence & Storytelling • FSD amplified its visibility through media, including a BBC podcast featuring voices from the field—particularly a Ukrainian deminer and operations staff in Tajikistan—to illuminate the realities of EU‑supported humanitarian mine action operations in conflict zones • Wider visibility through social media and storytelling platforms helped communicate the impact of EU-funded projects and reinforce the narrative of FSD’s role in advancing EU humanitarian objectives. 3. Campaigns Aligned with Social Media and Targeted Outreach • In Ukraine’s government-controlled areas, FSD rolled out targeted digital mine risk education (EORE) campaigns via social media platforms such as Instagram, reaching over 367,988 adults and 78,433 children from 2020 to 2022, particularly in newly reclaimed and conflict-affected zones • These campaigns served dual purposes: directly educating affected populations and communicating FSD’s field impact to EU stakeholders monitoring humanitarian outcomes and innovation in EU policy implementation. 4. Institutional & Partner Collaboration • Though not explicitly detailed through publicly available sources, FSD France plays a pivotal role in implementing EU-funded projects and likely serves as a liaison with EU operational, funding, and oversight bodies • FSD’s recognition as a ZEWO label holder (a Swiss donor trustworthiness label) and its ISO 9000:2015 certification reinforce its credibility and facilitate trust-based communication with European institutions 5. Positioning Through Innovation and Partnership • FSD’s commitment to technological innovation—such as testing drone-mounted ground-penetrating radar in Ukraine—not only enhances operational effectiveness but also positions FSD at the forefront of EU‑relevant innovation in mine action and humanitarian response • Engagement with global advocacy platforms—e.g., contributions to sector reports and forums on Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) and mine action standards—supports the broader EU policy ecosystem, though specific joint events or consultations with EU institutions aren’t detailed in publicly accessible records. FSD regularly shares project updates, videos and photo stories on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube to document EU-supported mine action and stabilisation outcomes. In the Central African Republic - EU-funded rehabilitation in Bouar, Bangui, N'Dele Paoua and KB (incl. school and public-service refurbishments) to show tangible progress for communities. In Iraq, FSD published field videos and photo essays on rubble clearance, mechanical assets and drone surveys; these outreach pieces complement our long-standing DG ECHO engagement documented in FSD reports (including an ECHO-mandated research project on humanitarian drones). In Mindanao (Philippines), FSD shared risk-education posts and community stories, while the EU Delegation amplified FSD’s MRE work through its own channels; our annual reports explicitly acknowledge EU support to the Philippines programme.

Interests Represented

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European Peace-building and Liaison Organisation (EPLO) - Member ECHO accreditation in process (past member up to 2018) Associated affiliated entity is "Association FSD France" MoUs with many organisations - GICHD, EPF Lausanne, ESA, many UN entities (UNEP, UNMAS, UN Women, WFP, FAO)

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