The purpose of the field guide for rapid building assessment is to establish quickly the usability of buildings and associated infrastructure where functions may be compromised by the event of the earthquake, which could affect losses of life and damage to residential or business consequences. The scope of these guidelines covers the rapid assessment of
UN-Habitat Myanmar, under the Myanmar Climate Change Alliance Phase II (MCCA2), is pleased to launch a comprehensive series of publications aimed at advancing community-based climate action across Myanmar. Building upon the foundational work of MCCA Phase I, this collection offers practical methodologies, case studies, and insights tailored to the country’s diverse geoclimatic regions. Featured Publications:
Supporting Myanmar’s Earthquake Response: From Immediate Relief to Resilience Building The devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on 28 March 2025 has left many people and communities in urgent need of assistance. As search and initial rescue efforts come to an end, the focus will shift from providing life-saving aid to laying the foundation
Country Programme Overview 2024 – 2026 (UN-Habitat Myanmar) Myanmar is a country of vast diversity, beauty, and a wealth of natural resources, including oil, gas, mining, water, timber, land, and not least, a rich cultural heritage. Despite this, three years after the military takeover, the country experiences a severe multidimensional crisis, with conflict-related displacement and
Myanmar is considered one of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, ranking sixth in the WorldRiskIndex 2024 Report. [1] The climate crisis has already contributed to more frequent and severe disasters in Myanmar, including cyclones, floods, and droughts. Projections for 2050 remain concerning, with anticipated temperature increases of 1.3°C–2.7°C on average and up to
The climate crisis is driving more frequent and severe natural disasters, contributing to unprecedented levels of displacement worldwide. In Myanmar, extreme weather events and armed conflict have displaced over 3.5 million persons, while shelter options remain limited. In September 2024, Typhoon Yagi caused widespread flooding, devastating infrastructure and agricultural lands across the country. In response,
Climate change disproportionately impacts women and girls, exacerbating existing gender inequalities and posing threats to their livelihood, health, and safety. However, women also play a crucial role as agents of change to drive climate actions and thus promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. In Myanmar, women work in agriculture, fishing, and other businesses, but they
Children and youth can play a transformative role in addressing the climate crisis, yet they often lack the necessary knowledge and resources to take meaningful action. This issue is especially pressing in Myanmar, where climate education is not fully integrated into the national school curricula and the political crisis has stalled plans to better incorporate
The Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus is an approach recognizing the interconnections between the water, energy, and food sectors in supporting sustainable development.[1] In Myanmar, climate change is depleting water resources and affecting agriculture, making it crucial to effectively manage these three sectors in a way that honors their interdependence. To promote sustainable management of water, energy,
Mangroves serve as lifelines for coastal areas, protecting communities from storms and floods and offering them sustainable livelihoods and food security. Importantly, they also help maintain healthy marine ecosystems and are powerful carbon sinks. Unsustainable practices and annual cyclones have significantly reduced mangroves in Myanmar, particularly in the Ayeyarwady delta region. In response, UN-Habitat Myanmar