Mine Detection Ambassador "Utsi".

Utsi is a beautiful Belgian Malinois who was born in the Netherlands in August of 1999.

 Her primary language is Dutch! She is now retired and will
help spread the word for The Marshall Legacy Institute and
Champs,(CHildren Against Mines Program).

Utsi on the job.

About MLI The Marshall Legacy Institute (MLI) is a non-profit, international humanitarian organization formed in 1997 in the 50th anniversary year of the Marshall Plan. MLI aims to extend the legacy of George C. Marshall into the 21st Century to:

• Develop indigenous capabilities in action-oriented initiatives that apply technological, educational, and informational skills
• Encourage the conditions that foster health, stability, and security
• Provide relief to those who suffer
• Facilitate scientific, educational, and charitable activities with other organizations
• Leverage resources by forming public-private partnerships

Mission MLI applies practical solutions to assist countries in easing the scourge of landmines. MLI provides mine detection dogs, management training, and mine awareness education to reduce suffering and restore hope to people, especially children, in war-torn countries. MLI also uses innovative technologies to improve the quality of life of landmine survivors.

Focus Development of technology, information, and operational programs to mitigate the effects of the global landmine problem

Establishment of affordable, effective, and sustainable indigenous humanitarian demining programs

Providing resources and training to severely affected countries.