By Daniel Emig | Assistant Field Leader, South Asia
Our team was able to visit and provide a few basic needs to the refugees in Bangladesh. Our ability to provide ongoing assistance is still being negotiated with local authorities. We want to be certain we are aligning with their wishes and needs, as well as offering the food, shelter and more that is needed by the refugee families.
Rohingya refugee crisis is now about one year in the making, with an estimated 1.1M+ refugees in Bangladesh on the border. Much funding from governments, NGO(s) and agencies has been allotted to this crisis, but still, there are so many needs. It looks increasingly permanent, with military and police presence increasing.
Our team on the ground is seeking optimal use of funds and analyzing how sustainability might be seen in the future. Currently, this seems far off. Relief teams are working to bring first, care to children - helping with education, health and counseling. It may be years before real permanence can be found for these families - either back home, or other countries.
The local military is overseeing all relief efforts, working to bring organization to what can be a chaotic environment. Through relationships, we hope to impact lives while seeking the best solutions.
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