Myanmar’s military junta continues its authoritarian crackdown on civilians, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis with a new law that particularly affects young men and women. This controversial law mandates forced military service, recruiting civilians to fight against rebel forces. In this article, we explore the details of this law, its consequences, and how we can support those affected through international solidarity.
Despite the ongoing violence in Karen State, Myanmar, the KWO is standing strong to work for and with its community.
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.
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.
Union Aid Abroad-APHEDA hosted its annual gala dinner in Sydney on September 12, bringing together a gathering of 280 attendees.