IDP responses to food shortages in Nyaunglebin District

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"Since the beginning of 2009, SPDC troops have patrolled areas near displaced hiding sites in Nyaunglebin District. These patrols prevent displaced villagers from cultivating their secret crops or otherwise accessing food, which in turn exacerbates food insecurity for these civilians. Despite such hardships, villagers have responded by cooperating with each other-often sharing food or helping each other cultivate crops and sell goods in ?jungle markets?. This report describes the situation of displaced villagers in Nyaunglebin District from December 2008 to March 2009..."

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Karen Human Rights Group Field Reports (KHRG #2009-F7)

Date of Publication: 

2009-04-10

Date of entry: 

2009-10-31

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English

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