For nine years, the unheard voices of Rohingya genocide survivors have continued to echo across the world, demanding justice for the atrocities committed by the Burmese military.
Yet, the international community, despite hearing these cries, continues to act as though it is deaf and powerless. Justice delayed is justice denied.
The Rohingya community can no longer be expected to endure a life of indefinite displacement, insecurity, and uncertainty as refugees. We continue to call for justice, dignity, safety, and a sustainable solution that respects our fundamental rights.
Our voices may have been unheard for nine years, but they will not be silenced.
25th August is the remembarance day of Rohingya community.
In the darkness beneath the open sky, Rohingya students in the refugee camps of Bangladesh continue to search for light through education in camp-based community schools.
Life Destination High School is one of the pioneering high schools providing quality education to thousands of students despite the instability, hardship and marginalization of life as refugees.
Even in the most difficult circumstances, education remains a powerful source of hope, dignity and a brighter future for the Rohingya children.
Every child deserves the equal rights in education but thousands of Rohingya children in Rohingya Refugee Camp, Bangladesh are completely banished to receive the proper or formal education and engaged in child labor, gambling and bad activities.
To protect them, the International community must be sure to provide the facilities for higher education which they can show thier talents and achieve success in the future.
Art is a powerful voice that expresses the emotions, struggles, hopes and stories of millions through the creativity of artists.
This artwork speaks about the rich Rohingya culture and their mother tongue, both of which are essential to preserving their identity, heritage and history.
It reflects the resilience of the Rohingya people and reminds the world that their language and culture are treasures that deserve recognition, protection and respect.
A young Rohingya football player, Janis, escaped the Genocide in Myanmar and spent six years living as a refugee in Bangladesh. Today, his inspiring journey has become a powerful symbol of hope, resilience, and determination.
Now living in Canada, Janis is pursuing his passion for football by playing soccer in Ottawa. Recently, he had the honor of celebrating the World Cup Tour alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
From surviving Genocide and displacement to standing on an international stage, Janis represents the strength, courage, and dreams of Rohingya youth around the world. His story continues to inspire many young refugees to believe in a brighter future through hard work and perseverance.
Mr Mohammed Ayub, a sincere teacher of Life Destination High School, has been teaching our students since the moment of School Establishment. It is a great concern that learning under the darkness for all students in Rohingya community. But the hardship is unbearable, teachers, students and parents don’t give up and continue learning in what they have.
Mohammed Salim, a Grade-11 student of our Life Destination High School , Camp 6, secured third place in the essay writing competition organized by the Rohingya Human Rights Network as part of the 16 Days of Activism. We are proud of his achievement and appreciate the continued dedication of our teachers who guide and support our learners.
Salim is one of the most talented students through the whole Rohingya Refugee Camp, Bangladesh. If Refugee students like Salim would have the opportunity of higher studies, they would definitely secure the global standard achievements like engineers, MBBS, Pilot, Lawyer, Astronomy, scientist and so on. We are greatly in hope of getting opportunity in their future.
Photo captured during Rusana shared her journey crossed the endless struggle in Myanmar
The conflict between the Arakan Army (AA) and the Myanmar military junta has created a deadly trap, one in which Rohingya families are forced to suffer, flee and fight for survival. Among them is 19-year-old Rusana, a newly married young woman whose life was torn apart when her husband, Shohid Alam was abducted and killed by the AA.
Rusana, daughter of Mohammed Islam is from MaungNi village (မောင်နီရွာ) in Maungdaw, Arakan State. At just 16, she married Shohid Alam of Paddang village (ပဒင်ကျေးရွာ) in Southern Maungdaw. Shohid was educated, optimistic and determined to build a better future for their family. Their happiness grew with the birth of a baby boy with joy in the middle of rising unrest.
As fighting intensified between the AA and the military junta, nights became sleepless and homes unsafe. “Hoping to escape brutal attacks, we moved to my parents’ house in MaungNi village,” Rusana said.
Weeks later, on 21 July 2024, during Eid-ul-Adha, Shohid traveled to his native village to meet his brother, recently released from Buthidang Jail after unjust imprisonment during the 2017 crackdown. Many Rohingya, including Shohid had been jailed or sentenced without reason and clear evidence of deliberate persecution.
Shortly after leaving, Rusana received a devastating phone call.
“I was told that my husband along with six others was arrested by the Arakan Army while returning to me. Later, we learned they were killed.” Rusana cried through broken tears
By August 2024, AA artillery assaults targeted Rohingya villages. Rusana’s family fled to Ali Para, seeking temporary safety. But ten days later, the AA captured more than 1,000 people including her family and forcibly gathered them in Pan Taw Phyin village.
They eventually returned to Paddang but arrests of young men became constant. Fearing for their lives, Rusana’s father arranged for the family to cross the Naf River into Bangladesh.
On 15 August 2024, after a dangerous journey, they reached the Bangladesh border. But instead of safety, they were met by gangs of boatmen. “They searched us and took our valuables and even forced me and one of my sisters to be naked. They took 1.5 million MMK and 8.5 ticals of gold hidden in our clothes.” Rusana recounted, “During this abuse, the men in our group were locked away in a dark room.”
With help from a compassionate guide, Rusana and her family eventually reached a relative’s shelter in a refugee camp. Although they escaped immediate danger, new struggles began regarding food shortages, lack of healthcare, insecurity, trauma and the pain of losing Shohid.
Like Rusana, there are many unresearched victims who lost their belongings and family members under the attack of Arakan Army AA. The silence of the world is the dely of justice and peace on Rohingya Muslims in Arakan State in Myanmar.
Our Mid-Term Examination Hall in different centres. Thank you every student for your punctual attendance.
Exam Hall-1, our primary level with over 250 studentsExam Hall-2, our middle level with over 100 studentsExam Hall-3, our middle and high level with 70 studentsExam Hall-4, our high level with 50 students Exam Hall-5, our middle and primary level with 60 studentsExam Hall-6, our primary and middle level with 90 studentsExam Hall at Camp-based Exam Board, our Grade-12 with 15 students
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Our Grade-1 has 110 students but they are invisible in the Exam hall because their Examination is being conducted orally.
The total students of Life Destination High School, Kutupang Refugee Camp, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh is 745 plus.
Name: Robi Alam Date of Birth: 01 August 2003 Place of Birth: Dabinshara Village, Buthidaung Township, Arakan State, Myanmar Religion: Islam
Early Life and Family
My name is Robi Alam. My father’s name is Noor Alam, and my mother’s name is Lalu. I was born into a humble and soft-spoken family in the northern part of Buthidaung Township, Arakan State, Myanmar. I am the eldest among ten siblings.
My father was a team leader of workers and also managed a small shop in our village, while my mother was a housewife. My childhood was simple. I enjoyed playing different games with my friends, especially football, which remains my favorite.
Education and Refugee Life
I began my education at the kindergarten primary school in my village. I was always curious, disciplined, and eager to learn new things. However, my life changed drastically in 2017, when violence against the Rohingya community forced my family to flee Myanmar and take refuge in Bangladesh.
When we first arrived in Bangladesh, a kind man welcomed us with food. That was the moment I realized I had become a “refugee.” Despite this painful reality, I did not lose hope.
In the refugee camp, I continued my studies. From Grade 1 to 5, I studied under Mr. Md Shomin, who also taught me Rohingya language and culture. In 2019, I enrolled at Life Destination High School, where I am now studying in Class 10 with honesty and dedication.
Career and Achievements
Alongside my studies, I pursued opportunities to build my skills. I applied to an INGO called FIVDB and, after an interview, was selected as a teacher. This experience allowed me to contribute to my community by teaching younger children.
In 2022, I participated in a competition organized by CODEC INGO, where I proudly achieved first position among all schools in Camp 06.
Challenges and Struggles
My journey has been marked by great hardship. As a Rohingya, I have faced persecution and discrimination in Myanmar.
On 10 October 2016, while I was in school, the military suddenly arrived and forced us out. Soon after, they burned houses in a nearby village (ဘုန်းတော်ပြင်) and killed many innocent people.
On 25 August 2017, the genocide against my people escalated. Soldiers began killing, raping, and burning houses. I remember a man in my village who was beaten simply for going out to catch fish after 9:00 pm. Terrified, my family and I searched for safety but found none, and finally, with tears and fear, we fled across the border into Bangladesh.
Hope
Today, I live in the world’s largest refugee camp in Bangladesh. Despite the challenges, I remain determined to pursue higher education and to work for a brighter future. My dream is to inspire other Rohingya students never to give up, no matter how difficult life becomes.
Education is my path to freedom, dignity, and hope. I believe it is not just for me, but for all. I will continue to strive with honesty, discipline, and faith to make a positive impact on the world.
Robi Alam, a Grade-10 student from Life Destination High School, begins to write his autobiography and others related true stories after gaining a productive training called “Beginners Writing’s Workshop.”
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