A pre-birthday prayer ceremony for Myanmar’s democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi was held in Buffalo, United States, on June 15. The event brought together Buffalo residents, political activists, ethnic minorities, and Myanmar families who have relocated during the Spring Revolution of the 21st century. The gathering demonstrated the continued support for democracy in Myanmar and solidarity with those fighting against military rule.
During the ceremony, attendees offered prayers for Aung San Suu Kyi’s health and safety, while also praying for the liberation of Myanmar’s people, the swift end to military dictatorship, and the restoration of democracy. The participants also extended their prayers to those suffering under military rule, including political prisoners and internally displaced persons from ethnic regions who have been forced to flee their homes due to military operations.
The event served as a platform for attendees to share their experiences related to Myanmar’s democracy movement and discuss the current situation in Myanmar. They exchanged views on strategies to support the people’s revolution and deliberated on ways to increase international attention and necessary assistance for the Myanmar people. The gathering highlighted the ongoing commitment of Myanmar communities abroad to support the struggle for democracy in their homeland and their determination to maintain pressure on the military regime through peaceful means of protest and advocacy.
