AUGUST 8, 1988: Young people in Burma launched massive nationwide rallies, calling for an end to military rule and the establishment of a democratic government... Military response : 3,000 people killed, mostly students and monks. Thousands jailed... The ?8888 generation” has bravely continued work - from prison, in exile, and ?inside”. Since 1988, the movement has grown & diversified. Groups work together across sectors to” * improve situation of communities, * foster reconciliation, and * develop capacity & common frameworks for Burma?s future..."