Thank you very much for your interest in becoming a MAG Trustee. We are seeking one new Trustee with deep experience of and access to major and emerging philanthropic markets.
This appointment comes at a pivotal time. The scale and severity of conflict around the world has led to a surge in need, yet humanitarian funding is under pressure. To navigate rising global needs and a complex operating environment, MAG must remain agile, strategic, and forward-looking.
MAG is a very special humanitarian organisation with a long-term commitment to the millions of people affected by violence, conflict and instability. MAG and local communities work together in long-term, deep partnerships that involve clearing landmines and other explosives; reducing armed violence through weapons and ammunition management; risk awareness education; and advocating and influencing. In recognition of our vital work to save lives and restore peace to hundreds of millions of people living in post-conflict communities, MAG was awarded the 2025 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize, the world’s largest annual humanitarian award.
In the last five years, our work has benefited some 10 million people, and we have found and made safe almost half a million landmines and explosive remnants of war. Last year as a result of our land mine clearance work, more than 87.9m square metres of land was released.
We also delivered more than 20,000 education sessions and destroyed more than 27,000 small arms and 9.5 million rounds of ammunition that might otherwise have found their way into communities. MAG is a very effective practical organisation, yet its impact goes way beyond technical achievements, setting communities free to develop socially and economically. I have met many people in communities that have been affected by conflict. They tell me about their joy and relief from fear when their communities are made safe, when children can play freely outside for the first time or go to school again without risk and when parents can develop their land, transport goods or generate opportunities that will build their future. Across MAG, in the 34 countries where we work, locally recruited staff – who make up the great majority of MAG – will proudly tell you that they undertake this potentially risky work because they want to do something vital for communities and families. The exceptional commitment of our staff and partners is inspiring. The determination that all MAG staff share across the MAG family is something our trustees cherish. Communities around the world deserve so much better than to continue to live in fear of violence, conflict, and instability.
I am deeply proud of what MAG achieves, and I know the whole Board wants to support MAG’s work with communities and partners so we can achieve even more. Matters that arise can be challenging, exciting and fulfilling in equal measure. Each of our trustees is highly engaged and brings something special to the collective and collegiate work of the Board and Leadership Team. If you think you might be able to add insight, diversity and experience, if your interest is sparked as you read the pack, or if you have any questions, please get in touch.
With best wishes,
Julia Palca
Chair of Trustees
MAG October 2025