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The politics of food production

Imported Bangladesh shrimp or Canadian-grown vegetables picked by migrant labour: it matters how food is produced.

Crony capitalism: How ‘development’ led to armed conflict in Kachin State

Uncontrolled resource development during a 17-year ceasefire impoverished Kachin State & reignited war in 2011.

Why is Burma’s “Ethnic Issue” Important?

Multi-ethnic coalitions collaborate to build a diverse and peaceful Burma.

Communities in Burma challenge destructive development of natural resources

Burma Rivers Network monitors dam projects, promotes ecological sustainability and social justice in resource development.

Africa: equality, the law, and women’s well-being

African women struggling for access to justice for sexual violence insist women’s equality is essential.

Rights activist Charm Tong shares struggle for democracy in Burma with Canadians

She shared stories with Canadians and presented before a parliamentary committee the human rights situation in Burma.

Canadian civil society organizes for corporate accountability

Mining Watch Canada, the Halifax Initiative and Inter Pares advocate for responsible behavior from Canadian companies

Defeating fear by building solidarity: the work of ICLMG

ICLMG comprises 38 Canadian organizations & monitors the impact of security legislation on civil rights

Sold into Slavery: Burma’s refugees exploited by Malaysian traffickers and authorities

Refugees fleeing abuse in Burma are sold by traffickers in Malaysia and south Thailand, with official complicity.