About Us

University of Medicine, Taunggyi
Interim University Council
(UMTGI IUC)

The University of Medicine, Taunggyi, Interim University Council (UMTGI IUC) was established in May 2021 as a response to the military coup in Myanmar. Following the coup, students, health care professionals, faculty staff from the University of Medicine, Taunggyi, along with other medical institutions, initiated a Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM) to protest against the illegitimate military regime. To continue medical education under these challenging circumstances, the Interim University Council was formed by CDM students, health care professionals and faculty staff from UMTGI to oversee and manage the academic affairs of the university.

The mission of the UMTGI IUC is to provide uninterrupted medical education to students who have boycotted the military-controlled education system. By offering interim education programs, we aim to foster future healthcare leaders who are committed to serving people and upholding the values of democracy and justice. We emphasize the importance of maintaining the quality and integrity of medical training during this period of adversity and even under this complex armed conflict situation.

We operate with a commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and accountability. We collaborate with various stakeholders, including student unions, faculty associations, medical societies and healthcare professionals, to ensure that the educational needs of medical students are met. Through our efforts, we seek to uphold the standards of medical education and contribute to the development of a healthcare system that is responsive to the needs of the people. In addition to our educational initiatives, we are actively involved in advocacy and awareness campaigns. We work to raise public consciousness about the importance of medical education and the challenges faced by students and educators under the current political climate and armed-conflict situation. By engaging with the broader community, we aim to garner support for its mission and promote the values of democracy and human rights in Myanmar.

Despite the challenges posed by the political situation, the UMTGI IUC remains steadfast in its commitment to providing quality medical education. Through its resilience and determination, we continue to train the next generation of healthcare professionals who will play an important role in rebuilding and strengthening Myanmar’s healthcare system in the democratic future.