More than 800,000 Rohingya in camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, one of the most concentrated humanitarian emergencies in decades.
In a scenario like this, data is just as vital as food, water, and shelter – it saves lives. It is also imperative that the voices of those affected – their needs, perspectives, and court cases – are heard, understood, and taken into account through agencies that offer help.
As Rohingya is primarily a spoken language, BBC Media Action produces audio podcasts for use on concentrated network teams to ensure that others have access to accurate and timely information. Our videos are also popular because the network can represent their lives. Give others a voice and provide them with essential information, helping them and their families stay and protect their health. Learn more about our response to a devastating fire in March 2023.
Esmat Ara Issu is a junior manufacturer and presenter of our paintings in Cox’s Bazar.
“We produce a wide diversity of communication fabrics for women and Rohingya women, providing them with vital, applicable and accurate data in their language, which is disseminated through various listening groups. Many other people don’t realize how vital those systems are to those women and women. This is helping them to become aware of their rights and inspires them to raise their voices and make decisions, whether about their health, their marriage, their schooling or their participation in society.
“I enjoy generating and presenting our content because, in fact, the kind of curtains we produce literally helps make a difference in the lives of the Rohingya. I also take pride in having interaction and participating in meaningful activity. that really contributes to people’s lives.
“I’ve noticed that other people like to pay attention when someone can communicate with them in an available language without a problem. I love paying attention and communicating with other people, that’s why I sought to be a communicator and presenter. And finally, I also really enjoy running with other people and it’s wonderful that my job gives me the opportunity to be around them. My inspiration comes from my paintings to help other people and be with them.
Showcasing Local Heroes
To celebrate other people who use their skills to help themselves and others, we have also produced a video series called Aa’rar Bahadur (Our Heroes) that shows how the Rohingya living in the camps help others solve their problems.
New demanding situations in the face of the pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has created new challenging situations in providing Rohingya and host communities with accurate and actionable information. Rumors about this new virus spread temporarily, and we responded with audio and video equipment to know that the network had the right information. the right language about the virus and what steps to take to lessen the risks.
Information for everyone
All programmes are broadcast in local dialects so that they can be understood by both the Rohingya and the host communities. As the emergency evolves, we are coming up with new tactics for others to stay informed and provide their perspective.
Find out what matters
Many agencies are applying to reach out to the rest of the people in Cox’s Bazar and gather their feedback. We’re working with Translators Without Borders to find out what the Rohingya and host communities really need, and we’re sharing this feedback with agencies to ensure the quality and effectiveness of their response, in part through a regular newsletter called “What Matters?”During the COVID-19 pandemic, we also followed rumors and responded by offering accurate information.
This assignment builds on our experience in humanitarian communication in Bangladesh, where we lead the national network communication working group and have responded to smaller-scale emergencies in the country. We offer qualified recommendations to the United Nations, NGOs and the government as the Rohingya emergency continues to unfold.
Addressing violence against girls
Gender-based violence remains a serious challenge in Cox’s Bazar. We know that our 20-episode audio drama series, Aa’rar Kissa (Our Story), is the first drama series of its kind produced in the Rohingya language. The drama follows 3 families dealing with everyday life, dealing with love, crime, and injustice while addressing some of the deep-seated factors of gender-based violence and child marriage. The audio drama series aims to develop wisdom and awareness about the support services offered to women. and women in the fields.
We created a series in 2021.
Seeking
Our paintings in Cox’s Bazar continue, with longer-running audio and video content projects on complex issues in the Rohingya and host communities, adding life skills, locating tactics to overcome social divisions, and supporting resilience. We’re also releasing factual videos that add studio and outdoor sessions, as well as short and long podcasts for use in groups.
SHPR Strengthens Humanitarian Preparedness and Response in Bangladesh; Joint Service for Community Engagement and Accountability in the Rohingya Refugee Response.
August 2018 to April 2021
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July 2019 to March 2021
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September 2020 – July 2023
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