Board of Directors
Mrat Twan
President
Khaing Zaw Htoo
Vice-president
Phroe Wai Khine
Secretary
Sein Cherry Win
Treasure
Thazin Aung
Board member
Kyaw Kyaw Lin
Board member
Program Operation Team
“A youth-led team rooted in community” Our team includes young leaders, trainers, agriculture, and environment experts, project officers and volunteers. We work side by side with communities to make lasting change.
MRAT TWAN
Founder & Director
Environmental Educator
Rathedaung Township, Rakhine State, Myanmar
Mrat Twan is the main initiator behind Twinleaf Arakan. Born and raised in Rathedaung, he founded the organization in 2025 to support rural farmers facing the harsh impacts of climate change.
“Every year, communities in Rakhine facing increasing climate-related challenges. Farmers _whose lives depend on nature_lack access to modern agricultural knowledge. Youth often become part of the problem due to a lack of awareness. Twinleaf Arakan was born to change that. We promote sustainable agriculture. Improve food security, and engage young people in protecting our environment.”
KHAING ZAW HTOO
Operation Manager
Co-initiator
Rathedaung Township, Rakhine State, Myanmar
Khaing Zaw Htoo is one of the driving forces behind Twinleaf Arakan’s grassroot impact. As Operation Manager, he coordinates daily efforts with deep commitment to climate action and youth empowerment.
“I’m passionate about helping smallholder farmers and encouraging young people to see farming as a viable and sustainable future. Our goal is development that benefits both people and planet.”
PHROE WAI KHINE
Admin & Finance Officer
Co-initiator
Maungdaw, Rakhine State, Myanmar
Phroe manages the heart of Twinleaf’s finances and operations. With a strong sense of purpose, she works to strengthen the link between people and environment.
“The current political and climate conditions have put great strain on our communities. I dream of a future where we value and protect our natural resources. I truthly believe Twinleaf Arakan can helo make that future a reality.”
SAW MON AYE
Accountant
Sittwe, Rakhine State, Myanmar
With a strong eye for detail and a deep appreciation for teamwork. Saw Mon Aye supports Twinleaf’s finance operations.
“Working at Twinleaf is more than just a job. I love being part of a team that works closely with farmers and lives in harmony with nature. It is a joy to learn together and grow together.”
MA CHO HTAY
Junior Agriculture Officer
Rathedaung Township, Rakhine State, Myanmar
A recent graduate of the State Agricultural Institute in Thaton, Ma Cho Htay brings fresh energy and knowledge to the team.
“Growing up, I saw how little access my parents and other farmers had to quality agricultural education. Through Twinleaf, I want to close that gap and show young people that sustainable farming is a powerful tool for better livelihoods.”
NAING NAING
Community Development Coordinator
Sittwe, Rakhine State, Myanmar
Naing Naing plays a key role in connecting Twinleaf’s vision an local communities. With a focus on resilience, she supports programs that uplift lives and restore rural livelihoods.
“Twinleaf Arakan has the potential to make a real difference. That’s why I joined to help create a sustainable, climate-resilient farming community.”