United Council of Rohingya-UCR

17/10/2026

Today, the United Council of Rohingya (UCR) Sports Department held a football stakeholders' meeting at the CiC Darbar Hall in Camp 1E.

The department is working to address sports-related issues. At various football tournaments, some issues have undermined unity and justice. The UCR Sports Department is working to resolve these issues by focusing on unity, inclusion, and not division.

Today, the UCR Sports Department listened to football stakeholders, including coaches and team captains, and presented its future plans.

Overall, it was a meaningful meeting with all stakeholders. We will continue working on sports-related issues.

17/10/2026

📢 Awareness Session on Safe and Sustainable Repatriation

On 15 October 2026, representatives of the United Council of Rohingya (UCR) organized an awareness session on safe, voluntary, dignified, and sustainable repatriation, as well as safety and protection within the camps.

The session was held at Darball Hall, CiC Office, Camp-3, with the participation of Sub-Committee members, Block-Based Committee members, and Camp Focal Points.

The discussion focused on raising awareness about the importance of safe and sustainable repatriation, ensuring the safety and protection of Rohingya refugees in the camps, and strengthening coordination and cooperation among community representatives and camp leadership.

UCR remains committed to promoting awareness, protecting the rights and dignity of the Rohingya community, and advocating for a safe, voluntary, dignified, and sustainable return to our homeland with full rights, security, and justice.

We believe that community engagement, collective responsibility, and active participation are essential to building a safer environment and preparing for a sustainable future for the Rohingya people.

Together, we stand for safety, dignity, protection, and a sustainable future for all Rohingya.

15/10/2026

A delegation from the United Council of Rohingya (UCR) met with members of Bangladesh’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and representatives of the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC) to discuss Rohingya repatriation, access to higher education, refugee protection and humanitarian assistance

The United Council of Rohingya (UCR) met with Bangladesh’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs to discuss Rohingya repatriation, higher education and refugee protection. The delegation called for recognition of certificates from community-based high schools to help Rohingya student...

15/10/2026

UCR Leadership Meets Bangladesh Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs to Discuss Rohingya Repatriation, Education, and Protection

Rohingya Refugees' Camp, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh .A delegation from the United Council of Rohingya (UCR), comprising members of the President’s Panel, Executive Committee, and both female and male youth representatives, held a meeting with the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, alongside representatives of the Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC).

The meeting focused on the prospects for sustainable and dignified repatriation of Rohingya refugees to Myanmar, access to higher education for Rohingya youth, protection concerns, and the need for continued humanitarian assistance for the displaced Rohingya community.

During the discussion, UCR representatives emphasized that sustainable repatriation remains the ultimate goal, while access to higher education is an urgent short-term priority for Rohingya youth. In particular, they highlighted the need to enable students who have completed Grade 12 (matriculation) through community-based high schools to pursue higher education at universities and other recognized educational institutions.

The delegation stressed that the recognition and acceptance of educational certificates issued by community-based schools are essential to ensuring that Rohingya students are not deprived of educational opportunities because of their displacement and lack of access to formal education systems.

Mr. Shajan Choundhury (MP) highlighted that he would approach and communicate with the Myanmar Ambassador regarding the recommendation for recognition of certificates issued by community-based high schools. This initiative aims to help address existing educational barriers and create pathways for Rohingya students to access higher education.

The meeting also addressed broader protection concerns affecting Rohingya refugees, including the importance of safeguarding their rights, improving access to essential services, and maintaining adequate humanitarian support for refugees living in Bangladesh.

UCR representatives reaffirmed the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation among the Government of Bangladesh, relevant authorities, humanitarian organizations, and Rohingya community representatives to address the immediate needs of refugees while working toward a safe, voluntary, dignified, and sustainable return to Myanmar.

The meeting marked an important opportunity for Rohingya representatives, including youth and women, to raise their community’s concerns and advocate for practical solutions to education, protection, humanitarian assistance, and long-term repatriation challenges.

The UCR reiterated that access to education, adequate protection, and humanitarian support are essential to preserving the dignity and future of the Rohingya community while efforts toward sustainable repatriation continue.

13/10/2026

The UCR Religious Department is actively working to raise community awareness about unity and repatriation. We must unite our community first to achieve successful repatriation.

09/10/2026

📢 UCR Official Announcement

The United Council of Rohingya (UCR) is pleased to announce the appointment of the Volunteer Education Operations Team to support the development and coordination of a unified education system across Rohingya camps.

This initiative aims to promote inclusive, quality, and culturally appropriate education for Rohingya children, youth, and adults, ensuring that no learner is left behind.

📚 Education is the foundation of a brighter future for the Rohingya community.

Together, let us work toward an educated, empowered, and resilient Rohingya community.

United Council of Rohingya (UCR)

09/10/2026

📢 UCR MEETS WITH IIMM: CALLS FOR JUSTICE, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND INVESTIGATION OF ALLEGED CRIMES AGAINST THE ROHINGYA

📍 UCR Office, Camp 1 West, Lambashia, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
📅 9 October 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Today, the President Panel and Executive Committee members of the United Council of Rohingya (UCR) held a constructive meeting with Mr. Nicholas Koumjian, Head of the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), and his official delegation at the UCR office in Camp 1 West, Lambashia.

During the meeting, the IIMM delegation presented its mandate, activities, and ongoing efforts to collect, preserve, and analyze evidence of serious international crimes committed in Myanmar. The delegation also provided an opportunity for UCR representatives to ask questions and discuss issues concerning justice, accountability, and the protection of Rohingya civilians.

⚖️ International Justice and Accountability
The discussion covered important developments in international justice, including proceedings before the International Criminal Court (ICC), the case brought by The Gambia against Myanmar before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), and accountability efforts through the Argentine judicial system.

The ICC Prosecutor has sought an arrest warrant for Myanmar’s military leader, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, over alleged crimes against humanity involving the deportation and persecution of the Rohingya. Separately, in February 2025, an Argentine federal court ordered arrest warrants against 25 individuals from Myanmar in connection with alleged genocide and crimes against humanity against the Rohingya.
These legal proceedings represent important efforts to pursue accountability and provide hope to Rohingya survivors who have waited for justice for many years.

🛑 UCR URGES AN INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION INTO ALLEGED CRIMES BY THE ARAKAN ARMY (AA)

The UCR also raised serious concerns about reported abuses and violence against Rohingya civilians in Rakhine State, including alleged crimes committed by the Arakan Army (AA).
UCR urges the IIMM to investigate credible allegations of crimes committed by the Arakan Army against the Rohingya, including alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes.
All allegations must be investigated independently, impartially, and thoroughly, based on credible evidence. Where evidence establishes individual criminal responsibility, those responsible must be held accountable in accordance with international law.

UCR emphasizes that accountability must apply to all individuals and armed groups responsible for serious international crimes, regardless of their identity, position, or affiliation. The suffering of Rohingya civilians must not be ignored, and no perpetrator should enjoy impunity.

🕊️ Justice for Rohingya Survivors
The Rohingya people have endured decades of persecution, forced displacement, and serious human rights violations. Justice requires truth, accountability, recognition of victims’ suffering, and effective protection against further atrocities.
UCR believes that justice and accountability are essential to achieving a safe, voluntary, dignified, and sustainable repatriation of Rohingya refugees to their homeland, with guarantees of fundamental rights, security, citizenship, and protection from persecution.

🤝 Appreciation to the IIMM Delegation
The United Council of Rohingya expresses its sincere appreciation to Mr. Nicholas Koumjian and his official delegation for visiting the UCR office, sharing information about the IIMM’s work, and engaging in an important discussion with UCR representatives.

UCR remains committed to cooperating constructively with relevant international mechanisms and stakeholders to advance justice, protect Rohingya rights, and support a peaceful and sustainable future for our community.
Our message is clear: Justice for every victim. Accountability for every perpetrator. Protection for every Rohingya.

Justice delayed must not become justice denied.

07/10/2026

Raising the Rohingya Voice at the University of Dhaka

Today, Mr. Md. Showife, President Panel Member of the United Council of Rohingya (UCR), had the honour of representing the Rohingya community and delivering a presentation at the National Policy Dissemination Programme of “Uncertain Return: Rohingya Voices on Repatriation Barriers,” organized by the Department of Criminology, University of Dhaka.
The programme provided an important platform for discussing the realities, concerns, and barriers surrounding the safe, dignified, voluntary, and sustainable repatriation of Rohingya refugees.
From the stage, Mr. Md. Showife shared the perspectives and aspirations of the Rohingya community, emphasizing that repatriation cannot be sustainable without safety, security, citizenship rights, fundamental rights, dignity, accountability, and guarantees of non-recurrence of persecution and genocide.
The voices of Rohingya refugees must remain at the centre of every discussion concerning their future. Meaningful participation of the Rohingya community is essential in developing policies and solutions that can lead to a safe, dignified, voluntary and sustainable return to Myanmar.
UCR sincerely appreciates the Department of Criminology, University of Dhaka, for creating this valuable platform and for giving space to Rohingya voices in an important national policy discussion.
🤝 Our message is clear: We want to return home—but we want to return safely, with dignity, rights, justice, and a future.
United Council of Rohingya (UCR)
Unity • Dignity • Justice • Sustainable Repatriation


Note: A shortcut and highlighted one from a long length presentation of 15 minutes has been uploaded here.

07/10/2026

United Council of Rohingya (UCR) was represented to attend a program titled "Roundtable Dialogue Session: Towards Ten Years of Solidarity – From Emergency Response to Sustainable Solutions," organized by the NGOs Platform Cox's Bazar, supported by Switzerland, and hosted by Plan International.

Khin Maung and Sajida Begum, President members of UCR, represented as panelists in the first session. Khin Maung highlighted the urgent needs of the Rohingya and the host community, and called on the international community to develop a unified roadmap for repatriation and to support the host community, who are deeply affected and have suffered greatly. Sajida Begum shared her experience of the gaps and challenges in humanitarian support and development.

Khin Maung also called for increased funding for the host community and stronger social cohesion between the two communities. He emphasized that repatriation is the top priority, along with sustainable solutions for the Rohingya community.

Also present at the program were Mr. Nazmul Islam Bhuiyan, Additional Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (Deputy Secretary); Mr. Md. Khorshed Alam, Superintendent of Police, DIG FDMN Office, Cox's Bazar; and Mr. Ivo Freijsen, Representative, UNHCR.
We thank everyone, especially Oxfam, for the invitation to today's event, which gave us the opportunity to raise our concerns and share our views.

07/10/2026

📢 UCR Participates in National Policy Dissemination Programme on Rohingya Repatriation

The United Council of Rohingya (UCR) is pleased to share that Mr. Mo Showife, Member of the President Panel of UCR, and Mr. Shafi Ullah, UCR Education–Technical Officer, are representing in the National Policy Dissemination Programme on “Uncertain Return: Rohingya Voices on Repatriation Barriers.”

The programme is being organized by the Department of Criminology, University of Dhaka, on 7 October 2026, bringing together Rohingya representatives, policymakers, academics, researchers, humanitarian organizations, and other stakeholders to discuss the challenges and barriers surrounding the safe, dignified, voluntary, and sustainable repatriation of the Rohingya people.

The programme is being attended by Ms. Shama Obaid Islam, MP(State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh) as the Chief Guest, along with Mr. Mohammed Mizanur Rahman, Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner (RRRC), distinguished professors, policymakers, researchers, representatives of humanitarian organizations, and other invited guests.

UCR greatly appreciates the Department of Criminology, University of Dhaka, for creating an important platform to bring Rohingya voices and lived experiences into national policy discussions.

As Rohingya representatives, UCR remains committed to constructive engagement, evidence-based advocacy, and meaningful dialogue toward a safe, dignified, voluntary, sustainable, and rights-based repatriation of the Rohingya people to their homeland.

🤝 Rohingya Voices Matter.
📚 Evidence Matters.
🕊️ A Safe and Dignified Return Matters.