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Rohingya Refugee Crisis in Cox’s Bazar: Adolescent Girls, Exploitation, and Their Struggle for Survival
Cox’s Bazar: A Crisis Beyond Borders The Sunday Times
Cox’s Bazar in Bangladesh hosts one of the largest refugee camps in the world, serving as a harsh reminder of the ongoing humanitarian aftermath of the Rohingya crisis. Among the many challenges faced by refugees, the vulnerability of adolescent girls to exploitation forced marriages, and limited opportunities for the future remains one of the most urgent and distressing. The situation of these young girls has reached a critical stage, and addressing it should be a global priority.
Understanding the Crisis
The Rohingya people, an ethnic Muslim minority from Myanmar, fled systematic persecution following a military crackdown in August 2017. Over a million refugees, including a significant number of children and adolescents, now reside in overcrowded camps in Cox’s Bazar. Despite substantial international aid, the resources available to meet the basic needs of this displaced population remain…
