She has played a significant role in reintroducing the Burmese cat – a breed believed to have originated on the Thai-Myanmar border – to Myanmar but has since transformed into a foundation for preserving Inle Lake's nature and culture.

In 1988, when she was 16 years old, Yin Myo Su was concerned about the news of the brutal crackdown on student protests during the 8888 Uprising in Rangoon, and with a strong sense of injustice and right, she begins advocating for the pro-democracy movement and joins the NLD Youth Committee.

Through her Inthar Heritage Foundation, Yin Myo Su has attempted to preserve local ethnic Intha traditions and the natural environment of Inle Lake.

[12] She was recognized for her work with a Global Leadership Award in 2015, in recognition of her efforts towards promoting socially and economically responsible development.

[13] Yin Myo Su is part of the Emerging Leaders Special on Power List Asia by CNA and was named one of the "Champions for Change" by The Irrawaddy in 2017.