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A new term in Myanmar

A new term in Myanmar

FromThe Documentary Podcast


A new term in Myanmar

FromThe Documentary Podcast

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Length:
27 minutes
Released:
Aug 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On 1st February 2021, a coup d'état began in Myanmar where the National League for democracy was deposed by Myanmar's military.

Students studying at the country’s higher education institutes were left with a decision: continue their studies under the new regime or walk out.

In this documentary - A New Term in Myanmar - more than two years on from the coup, we will hear from five students at Parami University sharing their experiences of studying during the coup.

Offering a US style Liberal Arts education, Parami University is one of many institutions offering people another chance to begin, or in some cases, restart their learning.

From dealing with electricity blackouts to writing essays about philosophy for teachers who are only ever a tile on a screen and usually on the other side of the world - each student shares how they are using education as both resistance and hope for themselves and their country.

Alongside them, we will hear from Parami University staff and academics who explain how education continues during conflict.

Names and voices have been changed on some contributors

With thanks to Dr Shona Loong, Dr Will Buckingham, Dr Kyaw Moe Tun and students at Parami University

Photo credit - Quinn - Student at Parami University

Producer: Mollie Davidson

A 7digital Production for BBC World Service
Released:
Aug 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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