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Myanmar Snapshot

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If you are looking for an update on the situation in Myanmar between mid-2025 and Q1 2026, I recommend checking this out. Link to the document: https://eusee.hivos.org/assets/2026/04/Final-Myanmar-2026-Snapshot.pdf   Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth 

Myanmar at a Glance: March 2026

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If you want a quick look at what is happening in Myanmar as of March 2026, these latest updates are good reads. They highlight how ongoing conflict, economic struggles, and repeated shocks are making life harder for many people, while also pointing to the challenges humanitarian actors face in reaching those in need. Overall, they provide a clear snapshot of the current situation and the complex realities on the ground. https://www.unocha.org/publications/report/myanmar/myanmar-humanitarian-update-no51-9-march-2026 https://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/myanmar-crisis-situation-analysis-period-160326-220326 Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth

AGEE Cross-national Report: Myanmar, March 2025

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The March 2025 Myanmar AGEE (Accountability for Gender Equality in Education) Cross-national  Report  takes a close look at how gender equality is  unfolding within  Myanmar’s education system.  Using the AGEE framework, it assesse d  six key  domains : Resources  (average: 49.9) , Values  (average: 49.8) , Opportunities  (average: 57.9) , Participation  (average: 79.8) , Knowledge  (average: 63.3) , and Outcomes  (average: 43.4) . It brought together global data on gender and education, offering insights into areas such as legal protections, gender balance in classrooms, and the representation of women in decision-making roles.  The report shows mixed progress: Myanmar is performing well in terms of participation and access to opportunities, but there is still work to be done in areas like outcomes and legal frameworks.  Full Report: https://www.gendereddata.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Myanmar-AGEE-March-seri...

Myanmar Flooding Update: Support Needed for Women and Girls

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Myanmar's recent floods have displaced over a million people across 70 townships. Women and girls are among the most vulnerable, facing urgent needs for safe housing, medical care, clean water, education, and economic recovery. Key priorities include: 1. Safe, Secure Shelters to reduce risks of violence 2. Access to Clean Water & Hygiene Kits to maintain health and dignity 3. Educational Support to counter early marriage and child labor risks 4. Livelihood Assistance to support recovery, especially for women in agriculture With restricted access and limited resources, expanding support is essential to meet these critical gender-specific needs. Read the full update here: http://unwo.men/CPff50U43fv #MyanmarFloods #HumanitarianResponse #GenderImpact Hnin Ei Lwin #Research #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth

Impact of Typhoon Yagi and Monsoon Rains on Myanmar

In August and September 2024, a devastating series of floods hit South Asia and Southeast Asia, driven by heavy monsoon rains and Typhoon Yagi.  Myanmar and Viet Nam bore the brunt of the disaster, while Thailand, Laos, and the Philippines also suffered heavily. The floods caused widespread destruction, displacing many people and tragically taking numerous lives.  Although India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh were not directly struck by Typhoon Yagi, they also faced severe monsoon-related flooding.  These events starkly showed how vulnerable the region is to extreme weather and highlighted the urgent need for better disaster preparedness to protect people and their livelihoods in the future. The OHCA has recently released a report on the flood situation in Myanmar: https://reliefweb.int/report/myanmar/myanmar-flood-situation-report-16-september-2024   Hnin Ei Lwin