Introduction After nearly half a century of oppressive regimes, the start of democratic transition there has been an endeavor to change the existing standards of institutions and systems to those compatible with basic democratic principles. During this process, major friction…
Prison Reform with Key Population Coalition IntroductionAfter nearly half a century of oppressive regimes, the start of democratic transition there has been an endeavor to change the existing standards of institutions and systems to those compatible with basic democratic principles.During…
IntroductionAfter nearly half a century of oppressive regimes, the start of democratic transition there has been an endeavor to change the existing standards of institutions and systems to those compatible with basic democratic principles.During this process, major friction seems to…
“Prison Reform with Key Populations” Report Launch – Online Workshop After nearly half a century of oppressive regimes, the start of democratic transition there has been an endeavor to change the existing standards of institutions and systems to those…
Nelson Mandela International Day July 18, 2020 On July 18, AAPP remembers the legacy of Nelson Mandela and his vision for promoting peace, fighting poverty, and tackling reconciliation. Mandela was arrested and imprisoned in 1962 for attempting to overthrow the…
Self-Care and Mental Empowerment Talk at Two Quarantine Centers The talks were led by AAPP’s counselor Daw Hnin Pan Eain, whilst AAPP Rangoon Office Head U Aung Myo Kyaw detailed the purpose of the discussions. AAPP members Ko Wana Nwel,…
Month in Review Freedom of Speech and Expression Limits on freedom of speech and expression remain a fundamental challenge to the democratic transition in Burma, these are important human rights essential for any successfully democratic society. In June this year,…
The Assistance Association for Political Prisoners (AAPP) has been monitoring and documenting cases related to the COVID-19 Pandemic since April and releasing a monthly COVID Newsletter. A total of 670 persons were charged and convicted under Section 15 and 18…
The detailed information is shown below: (563) under Section 188 of the Penal Code have been charged and punished for failing to abide-by the night curfew. In addition, (31) have been filed and sentenced under Section 25, 26, 26(a), 27,…
Talks Self-Care and Mental Empowerment Talk at 20 Quarantine Centers From May 7 to May 12, AAPP’s counselors were able to deliver the motivational speeches on promoting mental health to; those in quarantine, health volunteers & workers, police officers, and…