Publication

This booklet explains the main issues of small arms and light weapons (SALW). As small arms affect many different areas of life, the range of topics that are explored here are also varied. There are notes on practical issues of identifying SALW and their control, collection and destruction. Information about what you can do to learn more about SALW in your community and how to deal with the events you will face are also included. This booklet will also inform you about the wider factors related to small arms. These weapons have a huge impact on the development of a country or community.