Nan Myint Tin

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Starting Point

Since high school, Nan Myint Tin has been learning Kayin literature and later sharing it with the Kayin people. Participating in ethnic festivals makes her feel kinship with all ethnic groups. She also translated Bamar literature into Kayin. 

Due to the need for Kayin representation in the JMC's peace processes, she was involved as a civilian representative selected by the government. In her opinion, peace could be achieved through mutual understanding, trust and negotiation. 

She respectfully acknowledges and pays tribute to Ms Emma, the Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies (CPCS) leader, who currently resides in the Philippines and is originally from Australia. She was involved in peacebuilding, mitigation and mediation.

Peace Journey

She has been participating in the peace processes of the Kayin State Peacebuilding Committee, organising cultural exhibitions, publishing books, and arranging ethnic costume shows. Although the subsequent peace processes following the NCA were carried out through the JMC, they were stalled by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in 2021, the Kayin State government established the 'Kayin State Peace Implementation Committee' and has actively engaged in peace activities since then. It has been successful to a certain extent in her region. 

Success Stories

Through JMC, she facilitated communication between armed groups and the government to reduce direct conflicts. Mediation efforts were also conducted between armed groups and the government to reduce conflicts. As a woman, she desires to be involved and contribute in a coordinating role.

In her opinion, women in Myanmar do not face discrimination. They should participate more as negotiators. Several strategies and encouragements should be implemented to strengthen women's participation in peacebuilding, peacekeeping, and peace processes. Educational campaigns should be conducted to raise awareness among women about these processes. Additionally, knowledge dissemination can help resolve fears and barriers. Encouragements and motivations will leverage women's empathetic nature.