Who We Are: Legal Clinic Myanmar (LCM)

Legal Clinic Myanmar (LCM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the rule of law, justice, and human rights in Myanmar. Established in 2011, we empower communities through legal aid, education, advocacy, and social/humanitarian support, ensuring access to justice and protection for vulnerable groups.

Our Journey: LCM’s History and Milestones

Founded in August 2011 by 11 passionate young, idealistic lawyers, LCM began by offering free legal consultations and awareness training. From a small voluntary team, we’ve grown to [###] legal professionals, operating [###] legal aid branch offices and [###] community-based paralegals across Myanmar.

Our Objectives

Enhance Rule of Law

Strengthen legal frameworks and ensure justice access.

Raise Legal Awareness

Educate citizens on their rights and available legal remedies.​

Provide Legal Assistance

Offer support for legal rights violations.

Our Guiding Principles: Vision, Mission and Values

Our Vision

Every citizen's legal rights are secured through the enforcement of the Rule of Law.

Our Mission

Promoting the Rule of Law and inspiring citizens to claim human rights. We believe in the power of law to protect and advance human rights.

Our Values

  • Justice
  • Equity, and Equality
  • Rule of Law
  • Non-Discrimination
  • Human Rights and Democracy
  • Transparency and Accountability
  • A strong focus on The Marginalized and Vulnerable Groups

Our Approaches

Our programs are community-based and community-centered. Key approaches include:

Our People: Leadership and Team

Founded by 11 passionate young lawyers, LCM’s dynamic team now includes advocates, pleaders, retired prosecutors, and community paralegals across Myanmar. Guided by the philosophy that “justice must be accessible to everyone,” we ensure legal support reaches those most in need. Notably, LCM is a women-led organization, with 70% of our team being women, holding key roles in decision-making, management, and advocacy. Our Executive, Program, Legal, Administration & HR, and Finance departments collaborate to advance our mission.

Daw Hla Hla Yee

Director & Advocate

A founding member of LCM since August 2011, Daw Hla Hla Yee brings extensive experience in human rights law and advocacy. As Director, she oversees the organization’s strategic direction and ensures our mission of promoting the rule of law and human rights is upheld.

N Hkawn Din

Deputy Director & Advocate

Joining LCM as a founding member in August 2011, N Hkawn Din plays a crucial role as Deputy Director. With a deep understanding of legal and political systems, she supports the overall management and operational excellence of LCM’s programs across Myanmar.

Ja Seng Mai

Training Manager & Advocate

A founding member of LCM since August 2011, Ja Seng Mai leads the Training Department. Her passion for empowering communities ensures that LCM’s legal education and paralegal training programs are effective in raising awareness and building capacity for justice from the ground up.

LCM Departments and Teams

Training Department

Develops and delivers legal education and paralegal training programs.

Legal Department

Provides direct legal aid services, consultation, and representation.

Program Department

Manages the implementation and coordination of all LCM’s projects and activities.

Finance Department

Oversees financial management, budgeting, and accountability.

Administration & HR Department

Manages human resources and ensures smooth administrative operations.

Our Partners and Donors

Partnership is crucial to our work. Our activities are primarily funded by generous local and international donations. We are deeply grateful for ongoing support from

Asia Justice and Right

2014 - 2015

International Medical Corps

2015 - 2016

Child Fund Myanmar

2015 - 2016

Fund for Global Human Rights

2014 - 2017

Pyoe Pin Programme (British Council)

2015 - 2016

Action Aid (UN Trust Fund Foreign Commonwealth Office)

2014 - 2017

NCA

2012 – 2015

DCA/NCA

2017 – Current

CARE Myanmar (AusAid & Lift Fund)

2013 – Current

UNDP

2015 – Current

USAID (PRLP)

2015 – 2016

IRC (International Rescue Committee)

2015 - 2017

My Justice

2017 - 2018

UNICEF

2017 - Current

LRC

July 2020 – Dec 2020

IJM

June 2020 – Dec 2020

UNFPA

2020 – 2021

Christian AID

2018 – Current

TROCAIRE (EU fund)

August 2019 – January 202

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Open Hour

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT+6:30

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