Abstract
Slum evictions have become a recurring problem in major cities such as Yangon, Myanmar, and the compounding effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Myanmar coup d'état in 2021 have worsened the situation. One way to take proactive measures is to join the Mae Myit Thar Project, a low-income housing scheme that provides housing by establishing a community-saving fund. This study focuses on four critical issues identified through case studies of the Mae Myit Thar project: inadequate government land supply, limited housing typologies, financial inclusivity, and opportunities for housing ownership variation. To explore potential solutions, case studies were conducted across three housing projects in Thailand. From these studies, ten countermeasures were developed, integrating governmental, private sector, and community-based strategies to tackle these challenges. Furthermore, Comprehensive interviews with stakeholders were then carried out to refine these measures for better applicability and effectiveness within the Mae Myit Thar context. Based on stakeholders’ feedback, eight effective countermeasures were identified. Recommendations were further provided to address the challenges encountered during the implementation of these measures in the Mae Myit Thar Project.
https://ror.org/03zyp6p76 
