Why sanctions on Myanmar are ‘the right thing to do’
The Myanmar Campaign Network explains why Australia can take practical steps, following the path paved by the US, UK, EU, to restore democracy in Myanmar.
Scorched earth – Civilians bear the brunt of the ‘four cuts’ policy
In the past month, the Myanmar junta has killed more than 210 people in aerial attacks and the number of internally displaced persons has now jumped to 1.8 million.
Sanction campaign on Myanmar gathers hundreds of supporters
Supporters of the campaign to issue sanctions of Myanmar’s military junta have sent more than 550 emails to their local MPs.
Karen women provide emergency aid to 80,000 people
The Karen Women’s Organisation provided aid to internally displaced peoples suffering from escalating violence.
Myanmar’s economy in tatters – Australia must join international sanctions action
Twelve months following the military coup in Myanmar, the economy is in freefall with almost half of its population now in poverty according to the UNDP
Human Rights Day 2021: Australia must stand on the side of the people of Myanmar
The Myanmar diaspora community in Australia has written an open letter to the Australian government, calling on it to do more to help the people of Myanmar.