Burma's excluded majority Women, dictatorship and the democracy movement
Teresa O'ShannassyAlthough excluded from power and denied the chance to represent themselves under the present military regime, women have played an important part in Burma's politics ever since the struggle for independence.
This Briefing examines women's role in Burmese social and political life, and suggests how governments and international civil society can support the efforts of Burmese women working to bring peace and democracy to their country.