About Me
Dr. Aung Than Oo is a distinguished Rotary Peace Fellow from Myanmar specializing in public health, peacebuilding, and community empowerment. He holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Public Administration and degrees related to public and community health. He has extensive experience working on malaria prevention, conflict resolution, and interfaith dialogue as tools for peace in Myanmar.Dr. Aung Than Oo has implemented notable initiatives promoting social cohesion and peace through interfaith dialogue in conflict-affected areas of Myanmar. He has worked with various international organizations including the United Nations and has been recognized as a youth leader and peace advocate, holding positions such as country director of Global Peace Chain and receiving awards such as the ASEAN Youth Change Maker Award.He is also involved in cultural heritage promotion, innovation fellowships, and international peace exchanges, including fellowships at institutions like Makerere University's Rotary Peace Center in Uganda.In summary:Public health expert with a focus on malaria control and vulnerable populationsExperienced peacebuilder using interfaith dialogue and social cohesion projectsRotary Peace Fellow recognized for contributing to Myanmar’s peace and youth empowermentLeader in international and regional cooperation initiatives with a strong academic backgroundThis profile reflects his significant impact as a peace advocate, public health leader, and youth empowerment champion in Myanmar and beyond