The summit united civil society, the Myanmar diaspora, and government representatives in a show of support for establishing a civilian and democratic government in Myanmar.
The Summit brings together civil society together with the Myanmar diaspora and representatives of government. It is an expression of the strongest support for civilian rule in Myanmar to the ASEAN leaders in attendance in Melbourne at the ASEAN Special Summit, hosted by the Australian Prime Minister from 4-6 March, 2024.
Reports from Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA’s partner organisations indicate the stressful situation on the ground, with young civilians panicking and seeking to leave the country in masses to avoid serving in the military which many of them have protested against.
A recent report released by Justice For Myanmar exposes 10 Australian-affiliated companies that have maintained operations in Myanmar even after the 2021 coup attempt. Their continued presence supports the junta through shared profits and tax contributions and provides essential services that keep the mining sector active.
The MAP radio is a unique project, broadcasting content tailored for and by migrants and refugees in their respective languages along the Thai-Myanmar Border. Responding to the challenging context, the radio focuses on engaging with the community, addressing migration systems, migrant rights, and providing updated information on the situation in Myanmar.