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Salween Peace Park – A Vision for an Indigenous Karen Landscape of Human-Nature Harmony in Southeast Myanmar
November 24th, 2016 •
Author:
Karen National Union and Karen Environmental and Social Action Network
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1 minute read
Myanmar is tentatively emerging from military rule and civil war. Embracing this opportunity, Salween Peace Park proponents argue for a sustainable alternative to megadams, strip mines, and top-down protected areas like national parks, all of which require the colonization of indigenous land. This flyer briefly explains the history, background, objectives, vision and components of the proposed Salween Peace Park initiative.
Download this full briefer in English HERE.
Progressive Voice is a participatory rights-based policy research and advocacy organization rooted in civil society, that maintains strong networks and relationships with grassroots organizations and community-based organizations throughout Myanmar. It acts as a bridge to the international community and international policymakers by amplifying voices from the ground, and advocating for a rights-based policy narrative.