Save the Rohingya

OBAT Learning & Health Program Summary

Education Program Highlights

Over the past quarter, OBAT Learning Centers continued to serve 640 learners across grades 1 to 3, supported by a dedicated team of host teachers, Burmese volunteers, and Rohingya volunteer guards. Our centers remained active and stable, consistently providing safe and nurturing spaces where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

We held regular community-engagement activities, including CESG meetings, parents’ meetings, refresher trainings, sector coordination meetings, and visitor engagements, to ensure strong collaboration, smooth operations, and continuous improvement across all Learning Centers.

Additional key activities included:

• Distribution of new Learning Center bags to 560 learners

• Education materials distribution for all 640 learners

• Tree plantation initiative, with 60 new trees planted around the centers

• A special field visit by OBAT Advisor Saima Hasan, who spent meaningful time with students and encouraged the team

These efforts together strengthened learning quality, improved the environment around the centers, and enhanced children’s motivation and attendance.

Health Program Highlights

From July to September, OBAT’s health facilities served 16,867 patients, ensuring compassionate, reliable care for both refugee and host communities.

Key achievements this quarter:

• Strong coordination with government bodies, UN agencies, hospitals, and camp health officials to maintain smooth referrals, emergency readiness, and data sharing.

• Public health awareness sessions focused on topics such as handwashing, diarrheal disease prevention, EPI vaccination importance, and vector-borne disease awareness.

• Enhanced camp-level collaboration, improving triage systems and preparedness for patient surges.

• Ongoing partnership with WHO, which provided essential medical kits and technical support to strengthen emergency response capacity.

• Staff development, including trainings on triage, lab practices, disease recognition, and participation in WHO’s Emergency Preparedness & Response training.

• Continued role in the PSEA Network, reinforcing our commitment to safety, accountability, and protection for all.

Thank You!

None of this progress would be possible without your partnership. Your support continues to uplift refugee families, empower children with education, and provide critical health services to thousands who rely on OBAT.
We are deeply grateful for your trust and generosity.

Health Project Highlights

In July 2025, OBAT’s Health Project continued to provide essential medical services to the Rohingya community, ensuring access to quality care and promoting healthier lives.

Key Achievements in July:

• 2,115 medical consultations provided, addressing a wide range of health needs.

• Effective treatment of 703 cases of acute respiratory infections, 264 skin disease cases, and 79 cases of acute watery diarrhea.

• Support for 85 patients with non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.

• Dental care for 91 patients, ensuring improved oral health.

• 196 laboratory tests conducted, including dengue, malaria, and other diagnostics.

• Emergency assistance for 12 patients and referrals for specialized treatment for 13 patients.

Ongoing Coordination & Capacity Building:

• Active participation in Health Sector Meetings at both camp and Cox’s Bazar level, ensuring alignment with broader humanitarian health efforts.

• Continuous reporting and data sharing with health sector partners through 4W Reports.

Education Project Highlights

OBAT’s Education Project remains dedicated to nurturing the potential of young learners, promoting inclusivity, and strengthening community involvement in education.

July 2025 Achievements:

• Continued operations of 8 OBAT Learning Centers, serving 628 students (298 boys, 330 girls), including 8 children with disabilities.

• Successful Community Education Support Group (CESG) meetings with 40 active members representing parents, community leaders, and educators.

• Quarterly Parents Meeting with 240 parents, discussing learner attendance, cleanliness, school timetables, and academic progress.

• Monthly Refresher Training provided to 12 teaching volunteers (4 host community and 8 Burmese), enhancing teaching skills and classroom management.

Looking Ahead

OBAT remains committed to improving health outcomes and educational opportunities for the Rohingya community. With the ongoing support of our generous donors, we will continue to provide vital services, strengthen community participation, and build hope for a brighter future.