Recs companies. There are a number of areas where companies may find it relevant to act collectively in discussions with the Government and other stakeholders. Key Points for Implementation      Collectively engage with the Myanmar Government on filling the gaps within ICT and cross-cutting laws to ensure alignment with international standards (See Government Recommendations 2 and 3). Collectively approach the Government on applying international human rights standards around peaceful protest, which are increasingly taking place using ICTs. Promote learning on human rights issues between foreign and Myanmar companies through engagement and support the creation of a sector-wide ICT industry association that includes foreign and domestic companies to support a coherent and coordinated approach to collective engagement. Work with development partners to adapt higher education and vocational training programmes to build skills for the ICT sector, and programmes to support SMEs. Support the variety of efforts across the country to promote peaceful freedom of expression, to counter hate speech, and to eliminate hate speech on ICT’s. 6. Develop strategies for creating positive impacts at the local, regional and national level. Key Points for Implementation     Develop social investment programmes with, for and by communities and users to ensure focused, “strategic CSR” and ensure engagement and transparency around such programmes, including an annual public report and budget. Promote small business and entrepreneurship programmes to improve the ability of local businesses to meet ICT operator and subcontractor needs. Commit to providing ICTs that are accessible to the disabled and improve livelihoods for people living with disabilities in the country, given the very low level of employment for people living with disabilities or even access to services. Work with the government and other stakeholders to provide access to language localisation and conversion resources. 28 PAGE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ICT COMPANIES