Young Activists Use Music, Graffiti to Push for Democracy in Burma

Daniel Schearf | Thai Border With Burma 18 November 2010

Photo: VOA Photo D. Schearf

A group of young artists called 'Generation Wave' sings against Burma's controversial election and the military government

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Burma's oppressive military government has for decades spurred activists across the globe to protest to politicians and in front of Burma's embassies.  Demonstrations inside Burma are rare as they carry heavy penalties.  However, one group of young activists is taking risks to encourage their generation to push for democracy.

In a house in Thailand, not far from the Burma border, a group of young artists is singing against Burma's controversial election and the military government.  They sing the government has no respect for the law, religion or the country's youth.

They call themselves "Generation Wave" and they do not want their identities revealed because they often return home to spread their message - that the government is illegitimate and Burma needs democracy.