From Resistance to Impact: Four Years of People's Goal (2022–2025)
People's Goal is pleased to announce the publication of our first comprehensive Four-Year Achievement Report, covering the period from January 2022 to December 2025.
Founded by defected soldiers who chose to stand with the people following Myanmar's 2021 military coup, People's Goal has worked over the past four years to strengthen the defection movement, support democratic transformation, promote human rights and accountability, and assist those seeking to leave the military system and rebuild their lives.
This report presents the achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and impact of our work during a critical period of Myanmar's Spring Revolution.
Key Results at a Glance
Over the past four years, People's Goal has:
Handled 4,161 hotline calls and requests from potential defectors and others seeking information and assistance.
Supported 473 defectors in obtaining official NUG CDM Codes.
Provided relocation assistance and basic support to more than 1,140 defectors, family members, and others.
Delivered 20 human rights, international humanitarian law, and democracy awareness trainings reaching 535 participants.
Organized 11 vocational training courses benefiting 77 participants.
Convened three Defection and Political Defiance Forums, helping strengthen collaboration across the defection movement.
Produced 107 episodes of Thought Process, 47 People's Soldier Talk videos, 23 Yay San Lan interviews, and hundreds of educational and creative contents.
Reached millions through public awareness campaigns, generating nearly 14 million YouTube views and 26.7 million Facebook views.
Contributed to documentation, research, policy advocacy, transitional justice efforts, and humanitarian assistance for defectors and their families.
What the Report Covers
The report provides an overview of People's Goal's work across six strategic program areas:
Defection and Political Defiance Program
Supporting soldiers and police personnel who choose to stand with the people through counseling, verification, relocation support, and defection assistance.
Paung Sie Lan Education Program
Promoting human rights, democratic values, federalism, international humanitarian law, and leadership development among defectors and community members.
Campaign and Public Advocacy Program
Using media, storytelling, public engagement, and policy advocacy to strengthen public understanding of the defection movement and democratic transformation.
Justice and Accountability Initiative
Supporting evidence collection, documentation, transitional justice awareness, and accountability efforts aimed at ending impunity.
Humanitarian and Livelihood Program
Providing emergency assistance, livelihood support, vocational training, and reintegration opportunities for defectors and their families.
Research and Documentation Program
Producing evidence, analysis, and recommendations to support a stronger and more strategic defection movement.
Looking Forward
The Spring Revolution continues to evolve, but the need for a strong and sustainable defection movement remains as important as ever.
As an organization founded by defectors and guided by the principles of democracy, human rights, accountability, and federalism, People's Goal remains committed to supporting those who choose to stand with the people and to contributing to a future Myanmar built on justice, equality, and peace.
Download the Full Report
📄 People's Goal Four-Year Program Result Report (2022–2025)
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We invite partners, supporters, researchers, journalists, policymakers, and members of the public to read the full report and learn more about the impact of Myanmar's defection movement and the collective efforts of those working toward democratic change.
A Note of Gratitude
None of these achievements would have been possible without the collective efforts of many individuals and organizations who have stood alongside us throughout this journey.
We extend our deepest appreciation to the defectors and their families who demonstrated extraordinary courage in choosing to stand with the people despite immense personal risks and sacrifices. Their decisions continue to inspire hope for a more peaceful, democratic, and just Myanmar.
We are equally grateful to our volunteers, staff members, partner organizations, civil society allies, media partners, researchers, trainers, and advocates whose dedication, expertise, and solidarity have strengthened the defection movement and expanded its impact over the years.
We also wish to sincerely thank the donors and supporters who placed their trust in our work and provided vital financial, technical, and in-kind assistance. Your support has enabled us to provide direct assistance to defectors, expand educational opportunities, strengthen advocacy efforts, and continue promoting democratic values during one of the most challenging periods in Myanmar's history.
This report reflects not only People's Goal's work, but also the collective contributions of a broader community committed to ending military dictatorship and building a federal democratic future founded on justice, equality, and human dignity.
We are honored to be part of that journey, and we look forward to continuing it together.