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Myanmar’s Silent Digital Crisis

Myanmar’s Silent Digital Crisis

By Phyu Sin Shin Thant
The country’s civil war has been accompanied by the growing prevalence of non-consensual pornography and other forms of cyber-attacks on women.

The Devastating Gendered Impacts of Myanmar’s Coup

The Devastating Gendered Impacts of Myanmar’s Coup

By Michelle Onello
Women and girls have been disproportionately affected by the junta's repression. They are also playing leading roles in the resistance to its rule.
Myanmar’s Women Face Significant Risks From Junta Conscription Drive

Myanmar’s Women Face Significant Risks From Junta Conscription Drive

By Thinzar Shunlei Yi and Maggi Quadrini
After an initial exemption, women and girls are now being forcibly recruited into the ranks of the country's armed forces.

Three Years After the Myanmar Coup, Women Human Rights Defenders Remain at the Forefront

Three Years After the Myanmar Coup, Women Human Rights Defenders Remain at the Forefront

By Naw Hser Hser and Maggi Quadrini
Many women activists and revolutionaries are working to ensure that the fall of the military will also lead to a revolution in gender equality.

Myanmar’s Democratic Future Must Start Now, With Ethnic Women Leading the Way

Myanmar’s Democratic Future Must Start Now, With Ethnic Women Leading the Way

By Arlene Brosas and Evelyn
A federal system that is genuinely inclusive, sustainable, and democratic must include a prominent role for women from the country’s ethnic minority communities.

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Challenges Advancing Gender Equality in Myanmar’s Karenni State

Challenges Advancing Gender Equality in Myanmar’s Karenni State

By Maggi Quadrini and Anonymous
If Myanmar's revolution is to succeed, it must tackle the patriarchal structures that underpin the country's militarized political culture.

Gender Inclusion in Myanmar’s National Unity Government: Add Women and Stir?

Gender Inclusion in Myanmar’s National Unity Government: Add Women and Stir?

By Godwin Yidana
Gender inclusion transcends mere equality.
Why Inclusion Matters for Myanmar’s Resistance

Why Inclusion Matters for Myanmar’s Resistance

By Thomas Kean and Hnin Thet Hmu Khin
In defiance of prevailing patriarchal norms, young women are playing instrumental roles in the country's “Spring Revolution."

Two Years On, Women Remain at the Forefront of Myanmar’s Resistance Movement

Two Years On, Women Remain at the Forefront of Myanmar’s Resistance Movement

By Nandar and Maggi Quadrini
The work of the country's women is central to the success of the Spring Revolution. It's time for the outside world to support them.

Myanmar’s Coup Has Put Women in Harm’s Way

Myanmar’s Coup Has Put Women in Harm’s Way

By Maggi Quadrini
Seven months after the military’s seizure of power, women in Myanmar are facing a rise in threats to their livelihoods and health.

Revenge Porn Has Become a Political Weapon in Myanmar

Revenge Porn Has Become a Political Weapon in Myanmar

By Amara Thiha
As Myanmar's crisis deepens, the country's women are bearing much of the burden.
Women are Key to the Humanitarian Response in Myanmar

Women are Key to the Humanitarian Response in Myanmar

By Maggi Quadrini
Since the coup, local women’s organizations have stepped up to meet the growing need of support for internally displaced populations, the majority of whom are women and children.

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