Libby Hogan

Libby Hogan is a multimedia journalist based in Yangon, Myanmar. She is passionate about raising the voice of women, refugees and marginalized ethnic minorities. Her articles and multimedia projects have been published in Democratic Voice of Burma, ABC and The Diplomat. She was also awarded as one of National Geographic Young Explorers for 2017 to continue her work in isolated ethnic communities in northern Myanmar.


Rows of garment workers work on a factory floor in Myanmar

The true cost of Myanmar’s growing garment industry

Women & Gender

Discrimination and sexual harassment in Myanmar’s garment factories can take a massive financial toll on both the workers and the industry. To improve women’s economic wellbeing, employees and authorities need to address their physical safety, say rights advocates.