Athan, meaning “Voice” in Burmese, was founded in 2018 and is a freedom of expression activist organization based in Myanmar. Athan documents cases, organizes protests, and campaigns at both the national and international level, calling for reforms that strengthen and advance freedom of expression in Myanmar. Founded in 2013, in response to outbreaks of violence in Rakhine state, the Peace and Development Initiative – Kintha (“Kintha”) focuses on peacebuilding, education, and promoting social cohesion between ethnic communities in Sittwe, Buthidaung, Kyauk Taw, and MraukOo Townships in the central and northern areas of Rakhine State. Kintha works to transform attitudes driving conflict, provide social services to conflict-affected communities, and build up capacity through its initiatives including: Leadership Development Program, Community Engagement Initiative, Bridge Project, Culture of Dialogue (“Sa Gar Winne”), and New Dreams (“Ein Met Thit”). Rohingya Youth Association (“RYA”) is an inclusive network founded and run by Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. RYA members know firsthand the impact that armed conflict and mass atrocities have on ethnic and religious minorities, as many fled Rakhine State following the Myanmar military/Tatmadaw’s “clearance operations” in 2017. RYA works to build the capacity of Rohingya refugee youth so that they can play a central role in transforming Myanmar and the Rohingya community. RYA provides a platform for young people to engage in political and social activism and have their voices heard within the Rohingya community. RYA carries out peer education sessions, and grassroots campaigns on a wide variety of topics including human rights and equality and is a staunch advocate for the Rohingya refugees’ right to education. 5