The Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar (K4DM)-Phase-II Initiative run program invites researchers in Myanmar and the diaspora to submit proposals for research projects on issues of importance to the many social, political and economic challenges facing Myanmar and its citizens. We are particularly interested in research making use of digital tools (online surveys, online focus groups, etc) as well as research at the intersection of digital technology and current policy affairs (see more on topics below).
7th 3C Forum: Inclusive Higher Education for Refugees co-organised by Opening Universities for Refugees (OUR), the Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPRS) at the University of Auckland, and Mahidol… Read more: 7th 3C Forum: Inclusive Higher Education for Refugees
Dialogue event in Bangkok, November 29, 2023. The International Development Research Centre (IDRC), in partnership with Global Affairs Canada and the Ottawa Dialogue, is pleased to invite you to participate… Read more: Drawing from the Past: Supporting Future Peace in Myanmar
In the midst of numerous crises, Myanmar faces a series of significant and complex challenges. According to the World Wildlife Fund, some regions of Myanmar have seen a reduction of… Read more: A conversation on Climate Change Crisis in Myanmar
Resilience Through The Lens is a photo exhibit being held as part of The Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar (K4DM) initiative’s KNOWLEDGE MARKETPLACE – Chiang Mai 2023: Exchanging Ideas for a Democratic Myanmar. which will be held on Friday, December 1st – Sunday, December 3rd, 2023, at Ang Kaew Villa, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai.
In a blogpost for NORRAG (Network for international policies and cooperation in education and training) the Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar initiative’s Edgard Rodriguez discusses the potential of online higher education to empower disadvantaged populations, with a focus on Myanmar’s displaced youth.
Knowledge grows stronger when it is shared. With this maxim in mind, the Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar initiative, supported by IDRC and Global Affairs Canada, will bring together experts and other stakeholders for a three-day exchange of ideas for a more democratic future in Myanmar.
We are excited to invite you to a special seminar jointly organized by the UBC Myanmar Initiative, the Center for Southeast Asia Research, and the Department of Anthropology at the… Read more: Exploring Activism In Myanmar
“Defending Democracy? International Donor Spending in Myanmar” is a briefing on international donor spending produced by the Myanmar Centre for Civil Society (CENCS). Based on the Organisation for Economic Co-operation… Read more: Defending Democracy? International Donor Spending in Myanmar
As part of the seminar series on post-coup higher education landscape, Spring University Myanmar (SUM) will be organising a panel on “Exploring Ethnic Education Initiatives: Briefing and Updates.” Higher education… Read more: Exploring Ethnic Education Initiatives: Briefing and Updates
Professor Banerjee is IDRC’s Research Chair on Forced Displacement at the Asian Institute of Technology’s Gender and Development Studies (GDS) Program in the School of Environment, Resource, and Development. Here… Read more: IDRC Research Chair on Forced Displacement – Paula Banerjee
Aye Lei Tun, a McMaster University doctoral candidate and K4DM-University of British Columbia Myanmar Initiative Fellow will be presenting her research at the upcoming Australia National University’s Myanmar Update. The research will be… Read more: Women’s agency in armed struggles in Myanmar’s Spring Revolution
Winning by Process: The State and Neutralization of Ethnic Minorities in Myanmar (Cornell University Press, 2022) Jacques Bertrand, Alexandre Pelletier, and Ardeth Maung Thawnghmung Now available Open Access in Burmese! Click for… Read more: Winning by Process now available in Burmese
Extended Call! Research Grants Programme 2023.
SHAPE-SEA Programme Phase Two seeks to leverage on our achievements and our vision to build a culture of human rights and peace in Southeast Asia.
The Burma Studies Group, the Myanmar-Institut and the University of Zurich cordially invite you to participate in the next Burma Studies Conference Envisioning Myanmar: Crisis, Change, Continuity!
9-11 June 2023 in Zurich, Switzerland
Deadline is on 7 April 2023 for Early-bird registration and
Funds for Myanmar researchers applications
Research Skills is a course for adult learners. It will introduce you to the knowledge and skills required for undertaking a social research project. It is particularly suitable for post-secondary and tertiary-level students who want an introduction to basic research skills and concepts. Each chapter in Research Skills provides clear explanations, exercises to check comprehension and frequent opportunities to use the skills in practical activities.
Can informal actors such as NGOs mediate peace agreements? If so, how does it work and what are the consequences for international peace mediation? This book tackles these questions and… Read more: Are NGO Mediators the Future of Peacemaking?
IDRC’s Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar (K4DM) initiative launched its second phase in Bangkok with a Knowledge Marketplace that brought together partners and stakeholders concerned about research and higher education in… Read more: Through eyes of leadership – K4DM 2022 Bangkok
The School of Public Policy (CMU-SPP) at Chiang Mai University in partnership with the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) provides a collaborative research platform called the “Myanmar Reimagined Initiative (MRI)”… Read more: Canadian-Myanmar Research Fellowship Program AY 2023-2024
Canada- Myanmar IDRC Fellowship(short-term and long-term) Scholarship for Certificate / One-year master’s Program For Gender and Development Studies Canada-Myanmar IDRC Fellowship is funded under the Knowledge for Democracy-Myanmar Initiative by… Read more: Canada-Myanmar IDRC Fellowship. Gender and Development Studies at AIT
The Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar (K4DM) program invites researchers in Myanmar and the diaspora to submit proposals for research projects on issues of importance to the many social, political and economic challenges facing Myanmar and its citizens. We are particularly interested in research making use of digital tools (online surveys, online focus groups, etc) as well as research at the intersection of digital technology and current policy affairs (see more on topics below).
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS:Young Leaders For Mynamar’s Inclusive Democratic Future Canada Fellowship 2023 Call for applications on Parliamentary Centre website Background To encourage and enable the participation of Rohingya in advancing reconciliation… Read more: Young Leaders For Mynamar’s Inclusive Democratic Future – Apply now
Information resources related to Myanmar from IIRR (International Institute of Rural Reconstruction) BROCHURES Barbon, W. J., Myae, C., Su, M. N., & Gonsalves, J. F. (2020). Nurturing adaptation capacities in… Read more: IIRR’s Information Resources for Myanmar
First formed in 2012, the Institute of Chin Affairs (ICA) is a non-profit, charitable organization registered under Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (c) (3) in the United States of America.… Read more: Institute of Chin Affairs (ICA), US
Asian University for Women is the first of its kind: an independent, regional institution dedicated to excellence, women’s education and leadership development – global in outlook, but rooted in the… Read more: Asian University for Women (AUW)
CLD has today released an Outline of the key elements that should be contained in any democratic legal framework which governs freedom of expression. The goal is to provide guidance to civil society and other interested stakeholders in Myanmar on how to create a framework which is consistent with international standards.
Vision The Centre for Law and Democracy believes in a world in which robust respect for all human rights underpins strong participatory democracy at all levels of governance – local,… Read more: Centre for Law and Democracy
Tea Circle is hosting two sessions at the K4DM KNOWLEDGE MARKETPLACE – Bangkok 2022. 1. Retrospective on the use of blogs to open virtual civic Venues 2. Writing Workshop – Blog/Social Media
Friday 25th November, 2:15pm – 3:45pm. Join us for the book launch of “Winning by Process: The State and Neutralization of Ethnic Minorities in Myanmar” (Cornell University Press, 2022) co-authored… Read more: Winning by Process, Two Book Launches in Thailand
Tuesday, Nov 22 – Sunday, Dec 4, 2022 THROUGH EYES OF LEADERSHIP: WOMEN OF SHAN STATEK4DM Photo Exhibition at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) This exhibition “Through Eyes… Read more: Through Eyes of Leadership: Women of Shan State
A team of young researchers, publishing anonymously, carried out a series of focus group discussions and key informant interviews in Aug-Oct 2021, to understand youth conceptions of ‘freedom of expression’… Read more: Cyberspace and Freedom of Expression in Post-Coup Myanmar
Following an in-depth needs assessment of eight think tanks performed in December 2017, a highly customized capacity development program will be created. This will include working directly with think tank… Read more: Building Emerging Think Tank Capacity in Myanmar
We’re a university where curiosity prevails, and where exploring new ways of thinking and pushing boundaries, isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. We are determined to do things differently and put… Read more: University of Essex
The U Thant House Trust is a registered Myanmar non-governmental organization set up in 2012 by the family of U Thant. The Trust has been the official caretaker of the… Read more: U Thant House Trust
The SecDev Foundation is a Canadian-based think-do tank that wants better digital futures for all. We operate globally — with civil society networks, industry and governments — to help communities… Read more: The Sec Dev Foundation
The Renaissance Institute (RI) is a policy institute in Myanmar that focuses on assisting the economic reform of Myanmar. The Renaissance Institute (RI) is dedicated to promoting sustainable and inclusive… Read more: Renaissance Institute
Since our founding in 2017, we have advocated for change within and around higher education through a variety of initiatives and programs. We aim to provide students and learners from… Read more: Parami Institute
A nonprofit organization with the vision of promotion the right to information and education – an imperative to get each and every citizen engaged in Myanmar’s transition towards the future… Read more: Open Myanmar Initiative (OMI)
The Knowledge for Democracy Myanmar initiative nurtures a new generation of young actors to promote inclusion, gender equality, respect for diversity, and prosperity for all in Myanmar. Following the February… Read more: Knowledge For Democracy Myanmar Initiative (K4DM)
We define, shape and advance Canada’s interests and values in a complex global environment. We manage diplomatic relations, promote international trade and provide consular support. We lead international development, humanitarian,… Read more: Global Affairs Canada
ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital. Excellence is embedded in our approach to research and education. Website : Australian National University Projects And Outputs
Another Development – AD is a local non-profit think-tank. AD was set up to be part of the solution to the problems and conflicts prevailing in Myanmar by advocating effective public policy change.… Read more: Another Development (AD)
The Parliamentary Centre is one of Canada’s most experienced non-partisan non-governmental organizations dedicated to supporting inclusive and accountable democratic institutions. We are Canada’s Global Leader for Democracy. Website : Parliamentary… Read more: Parliamentary Centre Canada
The University of Southern California is a leading private research university located in Los Angeles — a global center for arts, technology and international business. It is home to the… Read more: University of Southern California
Vietnam faces a disconnect between its educational priorities and the demand for skilled employees. While Vietnamese students perform well on standard academic tests, employers consistently report that students lack the… Read more: Fulbright University Vietnam Corporation
Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto has evolved into Canada’s leading institution of learning, discovery and knowledge creation. We are proud to be one of the world’s top research-intensive… Read more: University of Toronto
Myanmar Institute of Gender Studies (MIGS) was founded in 2015 to accelerate the 2030 Agenda, building movement for the effective implementation of the new sustainable Development Goals in Myanmar, especially… Read more: Myanmar Institute of Gender Studies (MIGS)
The Myanmar Institute for Integrated Development (MIID) is a non-profit institute based in Yangon, Myanmar. We work in collaboration with government, communities, local CSOs/NGOs, international organizations, and technical specialists to… Read more: Myanmar Institute for Integrated Development (MIID)
The University of Mandalay (UM) is the second largest university in Myanmar, and a partner institution of the AUN network. The paramount aim of UM is to strive towards the… Read more: University of Mandalay (UM)
