Work areas

The problem of small arms proliferation is multidimensional– that is why such a broad array of organisations around the world are so concerned about it. On this page you will find the latest news and resources on some of the hot topics for groups working against small arms and light weapons.

Latest news

Ranking of arms producers for 2010
International trade controls

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has released their annual ranking of the 100 highest arms producing and military services companies in 2010.

UK: One gun seized per week in small town
National gun laws

Police have seized more than one gun per week in Scarborough, UK, a town with a population of around 50,000. Between 2009- 2011, 177 guns were collected including shotguns, handguns and rifles.

Reduction in homicides following new regulations in Bogotá
National gun laws

The mayor of In Bogotá, Colombia, reports on a significant reduction on gun homicides in the first month of an experimental ban on civilian gun carrying in the city.

IANSA Women’s Network marks International Women’s Day
Women, gender and guns

IANSA Women all over the world are celebrating International Women’s Day on 8 March, highlighting the campaign Disarm Domestic Violence, and calling for the inclusion of references to gender based violence in the Arms Trade Treaty.

Jordan: IANSA member gathers community leaders in workshop on gun violence prevention
Armed violence and development

On 22 February, more than 100 community leaders gathered for a 3-hour workshop on how to reduce gun violence in Madaba, Jordan. It was organised by IANSA member Madaba for Supporting Development (MSD) with support from the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Latest resources

International standards on small arms border controls
Border controls

The International Small Arms Control Standards (ISACS) will include a module on border control, to be published during 2011 (estimated).

Merida Declaration on Health 2008
Public health

Most of the Health Ministers of the Americas signed this landmark 2008 declaration, recognising the impact of guns in injuries, murders and suicides, and recommending greater cooperation to reduce access to these weapons.

WHO injury surveillance guidelines
Public health, UN Small Arms Process

In most countries, there is little or no accurate information on the extent of gun injuries. These UN guidelines are designed to help researchers collect this information.

Gun Policy
National gun laws

A website with information relevant to national gun laws across the world, including country and regional laws, news and data.

Handgun laws in 16 countries
National gun laws

Handguns are concealable, a strong advantage for use in criminal acts. They are also specifically designed to kill people. This table lists strengths and weaknesses of national gun laws in 16 countries.