Win Maw Oo

Burmese student activist and leader

Win Maw Oo - Burmese student activist and leader
Born

1971
54 years ago

Died

December 19th, 1988
36 years ago — 17 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Myanmar

Links & References

A prominent figure in the Burmese pro-democracy movement, played a crucial role during the 1988 pro-democracy protests. Actively participated in organizing students and rallies calling for political reform in Myanmar. Engaged in various activities that highlighted political repression in the country. The movement sought to bring attention to the need for democracy and human rights in Burma.

Led student protests in 1988

Advocated for democracy in Myanmar

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