Background
Mae Nam Khone Institute is formally known as Mong Pan Youth Association which was established in February 2013 by Nang Shining and Sai Hseing Pha in Mong Pan Township, Southern Shan State, Myanmar. Since then the organization has led and facilitated youth leadership programs, produced documentaries, and supported advocacy work to represent the interests of communities, particularly women and youth in Shan State.
In January 2020, MPYA has become a registered organization under the name of Mae Nam Khone Institute.