We are a national network representing Young Key Population (YKP) with the emphasis on men sex with men (MSM), sex workers, drug users, youths living with HIV, youths at high risk and youths vulnerable to contracting HIV but not limited to.
The Myanmar Youth Stars Network (MYS) has been established to response to the inequality, stigma and discrimination and a growing HIV/AIDS epidemic among its community since late 2012.
Thanks to the outcome of “New Generation Leadership training” organised by UNESCO in 2012, an active working group was formed with the intention to strengthen the capacity of Young Key Population (YKP), extend their social networks and initiate HIV related activities among peers. In late 2012, the working group grew dramatically into a national network called Myanmar Youth Stars (MYS) network, recommended and supported by UNESCO.
All youth who belong to four key affected populations are healthy, capable, and equal in dignity and rights in Myanmar society
Myanmar Youth Stars (MYS) strives to
(1) Ensure everyone from four key affected populations has an equal right regarding HIV/AIDS and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH).
(2) Enhance the capacity of youth through networking, coordination and advocacy.
