As Myanmar’s military leaders continue to restrict internet use, some pro-democracy activists have turned to radio to get their message out. On April 1, operators of Federal FM Radio launched their new station. They say the unregistered station aims to provide citizens with information about events happening around the country without the influence of military propaganda. It will also seek to inform listeners about the idea of federalism a political system in which power is divided between the national and local governments. Last week, Myanmar’s military rulers ordered the country’s wireless internet services to halt operations. Local internet providers in the country said the order suspended all wireless internet data services “until further notice.” The military overthrew Myanmar’s elected government on February 1. The new rulers immediately ordered restrictions on internet use and also have closed many independent media organizations. A founding member of Federal FM Radio spoke to VOA about the station. “When the internet is cut off, the federal radio will be the means of communication and to communicate with each other,” the member said. The person did not want to be identified for security reasons. The individual said the station will provide information to pro-democracy leaders in different areas and can be used as a “powerful weapon” against the military government. “One (purpose) is to educate, to inform about federalism,” the person told VOA. The first listeners were in Yangon, but there are plans to expand radio service to the whole country. Organizers say the non-profit program is made up of community volunteers.