Supporting Rohingya Child Refugees - Early Childhood Care And Education (ECCE) in Bangladesh

There are hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugee children living in camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. They have experienced violence and ongoing trauma in some of the most crucial years of their lives, yet most still lack the opportunity to learn and play. Being out of school – especially in such a fragile space with little to do – leaves children vulnerable to violence, trafficking and exploitation. At this crucial time in their lives, it’s essential that young children don’t fall behind with their learning. We work with a network of community volunteers who open their homes to provide early childhood care and education (ECCE) for children aged 3-5, supporting their emotional development and introducing the basics of literacy and numeracy. For older children, we’ve built 12 learning centres, which provide a safe environment in which to learn, play and grow. Not only do these centres support children to continue their education, but they also help protect vulnerable young people from the dangers – and boredom – of day-to-day life in the camp.