Together we’re helping our Partners provide 20,000 people affected by the earthquake and conflict in Myanmar with the essentials they need to survive, and 500 vulnerable children with safe spaces to play, learn, and heal. 

Many of us have been following the escalating crisis in Myanmar since the military overthrew the government in February 2021.  

Years of violence have devastated towns, closed services such as schools, and forced people to flee their homes.  

Then in March 2025, an earthquake further endangered 2.1 million conflict-affected civilians.  

As of May, around one third of Myanmar’s population requires humanitarian assistance. Families are living in overcrowded shelters supported by churches and monasteries, where access to basic services is extremely limited.

Our Emergency Response

Thanks to the generosity of supporters who gave to our Myanmar Humanitarian Response, our Christian Partner is providing emergency support and essential supplies to 20,000 people in need—including food, safe drinking water, hygiene kits, health services, and helping construct sanitary latrines and transitional shelters. 

Priority has been given to children, women, people with disabilities, the elderly, and vulnerable families, to ensure that those who are at the highest risk are cared for. 

Our Partner has been active in Myanmar since 1995 and has built trusted relationships with local organisations and church networks. This means that when disaster, such as the earthquake, strikes—and through your generosity—they’re in a strong position to respond. 

Building A Child’s Resilience

Children in Myanmar are at high risk of exploitation, abuse and trafficking.  

The closure of schools has halted their education, while years of conflict and the recent earthquake have caused psychological trauma and distress. 

To address this risk, through the generosity of supporters like you, our Partner has established nine Child-friendly Spaces in earthquake-affected communities to protect children and help them improve their resilience and wellbeing. 

These safe spaces are managed by emergency response workers and trained community volunteers, with the aim of supporting 500 children aged 18 and under. As well as providing a space play for children to play and build friendships, the volunteers and workers will run child-focused activities such as: 

  • Psychological first aid to help children process their trauma 
  • Arts and sports sessions so children can play, bond with each other, and express themselves  
  • Peer education and leadership development to help children and teenagers grow in confidence 
  • Sessions on topics such as child rights, drug abuse prevention, caring for the environment, anti-trafficking and health education 
  • Building life skills such as emotional resilience and critical thinking

‘By fostering an inclusive and supportive environment,’ a Partner staff member said, ‘this project will contribute to the long-term wellbeing and protection of children in some of Myanmar’s most vulnerable communities.’ 

The Situation Is Still Critical 

Myanmar is still facing a humanitarian crisis—especially as USAID cuts have reduced the amount of humanitarian support available, and exacerbated needs along the Thailand border.  

If you’d like to give again, you can do so here. 

At this year’s Baptist World Congress, the Australian delegates of the Baptist Myanmar diaspora gathered in person to pray for the country.  

In the face of conflict, displacement, and instability, we know that God hears our prayer, and all things are possible in Him.  

Please Pray That:
• Those still living under tarpaulins or temporary shelters would be safe from sickness as the rainy season begins, and for the provision of more durable housing to protect families.
• Civilians in Northern Shan State would be able to access healthcare and attend school, as public services have collapsed due to conflict.
• Children would have safe spaces to learn, play and develop, as well as heal from psychological trauma.
• Our Partners and their local teams would be safe as they serve in difficult and sometimes dangerous conditions.

And above all, pray for peace in Myanmar – for an end to war and violence, and for hope to rise again in even the hardest-hit places. 

Baptist World Aid is proud to be participating again in the Stand With Myanmar campaign, starting in October, to raise much-needed funds for our brothers and sisters who are struggling to meet their needs amidst conflict in Myanmar. To find out more visit Stand With Myanmar Campaign.