As many of you know (possibly), I have been an avid campaigner for the democracy movement in Burma for many years now. It’s a rather masochistic cause to join, as most of the world does relatively little to help the people of Burma who have been under a brutal and repressive military dictatorship since 1962. However, just a small amount of reading on the subject is enough to compel anyone to take some action, even small, to help bring awareness to this beautiful country.

Recent events in Burma have started to bring the spotlight back to the regime and its horrific treatment of political prisoners; the ‘show trial’ of Aung San Suu Kyi that is taking place this week, instead of sidelining her ahead of next year’s state-managed elections, has only brought more attention and international condemnation. Hurrah for junta stupidity.

If you don’t know about the situation in Burma, please check out these links and sign a petition or twelve. Forward the links to friends. Join a protest. Many people are apathetic about human rights causes, but as history has so often proved, one person can make a difference and turn the tide for democracy and freedom.

US Campaign for Burma

The Burma Campaign UK

A recent report on Burma’s political Prisoners: Burma’s Silent Killing Fields