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CHAMPS International links students in the United States with students in mine-affected countries to assist young landmine survivors, giving young people the opportunity to become involved in mine issues.
How is it different from domestic CHAMPS? While the original CHAMPS program is focused on raising mine awareness and supporting mine-affected countries through the sponsorship of mine-detection dogs, CHAMPS International is focused on survivors’ assistance, encouraging American youth to interact with mine survivors their own age across the world. Where is CHAMPS International active? Extensive programs have already been established in Afghanistan, Bosnia, and Lebanon, and Vietnam. Later this year, CHAMPS Int'l will extend to Iraq and perhaps Yemen!
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