Democracy and Human Rights
Reclaiming Civic Space and Empowering the “Immune System” of Society
IPSJ works to promote democratic governance and protect fundamental human rights amid Myanmar’s ongoing political crisis. For over a decade, we have supported democracy advocates, civil society leaders, youth, and activists to understand, claim, and defend their rights through civic education, advocacy, and institutional engagement.
Federalism & Local Governance
Building the Foundations of Decentralized and Inclusive Governance
A sustainable federal democracy requires functioning local governance institutions that are accountable, inclusive, and responsive to community needs. IPSJ advances both the understanding and practical implementation of federal governance systems tailored to Myanmar’s diverse political and ethnic landscape, with particular attention to decentralization, power-sharing, fiscal federalism, and citizen participation.
Rule of Law & Independent Judiciary
Upholding Justice, Accountability, and Judicial Independence
A strong and independent judiciary is essential for upholding justice, protecting human rights, and ensuring accountability in any democratic society. IPSJ works to strengthen the rule of law in Myanmar by enhancing legal knowledge, promoting judicial independence, and supporting justice-sector reform during a period of profound political transition.
Constitutional Affairs
Designing Durable Frameworks for Federal Democracy
Constitutional reform lies at the heart of Myanmar’s federal democratic transition. IPSJ provides technical assistance, policy research, and expert advisory support on constitutional design, review, and reform at federal, state, and local levels.
Political Dialogue, Engagement and Peace Building
Fostering Trust and Peaceful Conflict Transformation
Sustainable peace in Myanmar cannot be achieved through military means alone—it requires trusted spaces for dialogue, mutual understanding, and collaborative problem-solving among diverse political and ethnic stakeholders.
Natural Resource Governance and Revenue Sharing
Ensuring Equity and Accountability in Fiscal Federalism
Myanmar’s abundant natural resources have historically fueled conflict, centralized military power, and deep grievances among ethnic communities. IPSJ works to transform this legacy by promoting transparent, equitable, and accountable natural resource governance within a federal framework.
Climate Change, Environmental Rights and Sustainable Development
Advancing Climate Justice and Resilient Governance
Myanmar is highly vulnerable to climate change and environmental degradation, with conflict, displacement, and weak governance compounding the impacts of floods, cyclones, droughts, deforestation, and land degradation.
Food Security and Livelihood
Empowering Rural Communities and Protecting Farmers’ Rights
Ongoing armed conflict since the 2021 military coup has driven millions of people from their homes and pushed Myanmar into one of the most severe food insecurity crises in the world.
Policy Briefs
Evidence-Based Insights for Strategic Action
IPSJ produces evidence-based policy briefs that translate rigorous research into clear, practical recommendations for policymakers, civil society actors, and emerging governance institutions.
Advocacy
Strategic Engagement for Rights-Based Reform
IPSJ engages in strategic advocacy to advance democracy, human rights, and justice in Myanmar while amplifying the voices of communities most affected by conflict, repression, and exclusion.
