Office of the Special Envoy of the

Published purpose

This project supports the Office of the Special Envoy to the Secretary General (OSESG) in Myanmar to address critical gaps in strategic communications. With Canada’s support, the Special Envoy' office seeks to establish a strategic communication unit consisting of: (1) a communications and media officer; and (2) a Myanmar communications and analysis officer. Since the military coup in February 2021, there has been a proliferation of mis- and disinformation campaigns targeting internally displaced people, refugees and peacebuilders inside and outside the country. It is critical that the OSESG produces timely, credible, and transparent communications. Project activities include: (1) supporting the Special Envoy’s Office to ensure accurate and transparent messaging is communicated to intended audiences; and (2) reporting through local and international media to cover Special Envoy’s narratives and activities accurately and constructively.