Peoples’ Goal February highlights
Skills Development and Livelihood Training
During February, People’s Goal shared updates from vocational training initiatives that aim to strengthen practical skills and livelihood opportunities for participants. One of the featured activities was the Basic Sewing Training in Aizawl, where trainees learned essential sewing techniques including garment construction and basic stitching methods. These skills can support participants in producing clothing items for personal use or potential income generating activities.
In addition, People’s Goal highlighted the Household Electrical and Motor Repair Training, where participants received hands on experience working with electrical tools and motor systems. Through practical learning sessions, trainees developed technical knowledge that can help them pursue employment or self employment opportunities in their communities.
These training initiatives reflect People’s Goal’s commitment to strengthening community resilience by supporting skill development and livelihood opportunities.
Women’s Bodies Are Not Battlefields
by Phone Ye Naung
In conflict environments, the number of reported cases often represents only a small portion of actual incidents because many victims remain silent due to stigma, fear, and social pressure.
The article examines the rise of conflict related sexual violence (CRSV) in Myanmar since the 2021 military coup. The article highlights how the military has increasingly used sexual violence as a weapon of war to terrorize communities, shame families, and assert control in conflict areas. Reports from international organizations such as Human Rights Watch, OHCHR, and Amnesty International document cases of rape, torture, and other forms of sexual violence committed by junta forces in conflict zones, checkpoints, and detention centers.
The article also notes that sexual abuse has occasionally been reported within some revolutionary groups due to rogue elements operating in areas where legal accountability is weak. In conflict environments, the number of reported cases often represents only a small portion of actual incidents because many victims remain silent due to stigma, fear, and social pressure.
CRSV causes deep physical and psychological trauma not only for victims including women and LGBT individuals but also for their families, especially in societies where honor and dignity are culturally intertwined with a woman’s identity. These violations erode social trust, justice, and the moral foundations of society.
The author argues that revolutionary movements must uphold strong ethical standards and prevent such crimes within their ranks. Documentation of abuses, support for survivors, and accountability for perpetrators are essential to ensure justice. Without addressing these crimes properly, revolutionary forces risk replicating the oppressive behaviors of the military they oppose. Ultimately, protecting women and ensuring justice is critical to preserving the values and legitimacy of Myanmar’s revolution.
Read more:
https://www.peoplesgoal.org/articles/womens-bodies-are-not-battlefields
“Please Support CDMers”
Civil servants who chose to stand with the people and oppose the military coup have made a courageous decision for justice and democracy. Among them are many teachers who joined the Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM) to resist the illegitimate military regime.
In this interview, U Zaw Lwin Moe, a CDM teacher, shares his perspectives on the importance of the CDM movement and why continued public support for CDM participants remains essential.
🔹 Interviewer: Lu Hla
🔹 Speaker: U Zaw Lwin Moe (CDM Teacher)
Supporting CDM participants is not only about helping individuals. It is about standing together for justice, dignity, and a democratic future for Myanmar.
People’s Goal (formerly People’s Soldiers) is an organization that advocates for defections by Myanmar national soldiers. The organization encourages soldiers to stand for justice, equality, and democracy by joining the people and the Myanmar Spring Revolution while refusing to follow the orders of the generals who violently seized power in the coup of 1 February 2021.
In addition to its advocacy work, People’s Goal also provides support to soldiers who have defected and to their family members.
Watch the full interview:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXIDWwXnXbw
From Military Trainer to Teacher
“If the revolution is to succeed, it must be disciplined and organized.”
After no longer conducting military training, CDM Captain Tun Myat Aung returned to his hometown of Mindat and shifted his focus to education, dedicating his efforts to teaching and supporting the community.
In this episode of Yay San Lan Program (Episode 31 / Part 3), he shares his experiences and perspectives on developments in Chin State, including military movements, the situation of military training, the conditions faced by prisoners of war and CDM soldiers, and the relationships between the Arakan Army (AA) and Chin revolutionary forces.
Through his reflections, Captain Tun Myat Aung also offers insights and recommendations drawn from his experiences during the ongoing revolution.
Watch the full interview:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ax5VfKq84Q
Digital Outreach and Audience Engagement
People’s Goal maintained strong communication and outreach throughout the reporting period. Between 8 February and 7 March, the organization published 41 posts across its digital platforms, sharing updates on training programs, analytical articles, and commentary content.
These posts collectively reached 1,170,177 people, demonstrating a wide audience interested in the organization’s work and the topics it covers.
Audience engagement during this period included:
33,697 reactions
597 comments
2,494 shares
This level of engagement reflects active participation from readers who are interacting with and sharing People’s Goal’s content across their networks. The organization’s digital platforms therefore continue to serve as an important channel for information sharing, discussion, and community engagement.