Sporadic violence, the presence of landmines and unexploded ordnance, and the decaying remains of livestock killed during the conflict continue to pose significant threats to security, personal safety, and health. The first family tracing and communication office was opened in Prizren, Kosovo, on June 23. Through this service, family members who have lost touch with one another can use satellite telephones to re-establish contact with relatives around the world, in neighboring countries, and in Kosovo. Save the Children is also providing family tracing and communication in the cities of Djakova and Pristina. Landmine education to help children avoid the deadly threat posed by landmines and unexploded ordnance.
Children are statistically the most frequent landmine victims in any area of crisis.
Preserving children's identity by re-creating school enrollments, training local registrars, and restoring school records. These activities are in keeping with the United Nations' Convention on the Rights of the Child. This will enable children to participate in a structured activity that helps restore normalcy to their lives, while their parents concentrate on rebuilding homes and villages. The first school activities began in late June following the clearing of landmines at school sites. Save the Children has shipped school kits and school supplies from Albania to help support the re-opening of preschools and primary schools.