Just Transition and Climate Change Program
Training on International and National Environmental Actions for Youths (INEA) Following the 2021 military coup in Myanmar, many professionals and…
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. IPSJ recognizes that climate change is not only an environmental challenge but also a matter of human rights, social justice, and democratic governance—particularly for marginalized and conflict-affected communities. Our work advances climate justice by promoting a just transition that integrates environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic resilience within Myanmar’s broader struggle for federal democracy and peace.
IPSJ applies a conflict-sensitive, community-centered approach that strengthens youth leadership, generates locally grounded research, and links environmental governance with democracy and peacebuilding. Through youth empowerment programs, applied research initiatives, policy-oriented training, and inclusive dialogue platforms, IPSJ equips young leaders and civil society actors with the knowledge and tools to understand climate risks, defend environmental rights, and advocate for sustainable development pathways. Operating across conflict-affected, ethnic-administered, and rural areas, IPSJ amplifies local voices in environmental policy debates and supports community-driven adaptation strategies—contributing to climate-resilient institutions and sustainable futures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IPSJ and what does it do?
IPSJ (Institute for Peace and Social Justice) is a Myanmar-based non-profit organization that advocates for civic education, inclusive dialogue, conflict transformation, and resource governance within a federal democratic system.
Who does IPSJ work with?
IPSJ works with communities, civil society organizations, policymakers, youth groups, and stakeholders committed to peace, justice, and democratic governance in Myanmar.
How does IPSJ support conflict transformation?
IPSJ facilitates inclusive dialogue and trust-building processes that help prevent violence, address root causes of conflict, and promote peaceful coexistence.
What is IPSJ’s approach to advocacy?
IPSJ uses evidence-based research, civic education, inclusive dialogue, and policy engagement to promote peaceful solutions, social justice, and accountable governance.
Why is resource governance important to IPSJ’s work?
Effective resource governance ensures transparency, fair revenue sharing, and community participation, which are essential for peace, social justice, and sustainable development in a federal democracy.
