Research Based Org : EST 2018
Evidence for a Changing Nation
We support Journalists, to promote Freedom of Expression with three core approaches – Research, Advocacy, and Awareness-Raising. Our organization continuously Researches and Investigates laws, Customs, Regulations, and Case Studies that oppress Freedom of Expression.
138
Townships Under Active Blackout (Since 2021)
216
Journalists Arrested Since the 2021 Coup
50+
Since January 2018
STRATEGIC PILLARS
3
Research, Advocacy, and Awareness-Raising.
Latest publications
Research and monitoring, published as it happens
Monthly Briefing
State of Freedom of Expression in Myanmar (July 2026)
Open Letter
Protecting Humanity: Enforcing the ICRC Mandate in Myanmar – An Open Letter to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
News
Joint Statement: SEANF Must Deny the Junta-controlled Myanmar Commission the 2027 Chairship to Protect Regional Credibility
Research Papers
An Analysis of Freedom of Expression during Myanmar’s 2025–2026 Sham Election :
Focus areas
Four pillars of Athan's work
01
Freedom of Expression
Monitoring legal cases, censorship, and repression of speech under military rule.
02
Internet Freedom
Tracking shutdowns, blackouts, and digital access restriction across the country.
03
Press and Media Freedom
Documenting arrests, sentencing, and safety threats facing journalists.
04
Peaceful Assembly
Recording the suppression of protest and public demonstration nationwide.
Live dashboard
Myanmar's communication blackout, tracked since 2021
An ongoing record of internet shutdowns, journalist arrests, and media restrictions — updated as verified data comes in.
Open the dashboardTownships affected by shutdown, monthly