A collective of award-winning Rohingya photographers documenting life in the world's largest refugee camp.
Photo by Abul Kalam
Essential publications for anyone interested in the Rohingya experience, community-led photography, visual anthropology, human rights and refugee studies.
Photo by Ishrat Bibi
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“We want people to see us as human beings, just like everyone else. We want to share our hopes and dreams, our sadness and grief with others, to make connections.” —Sahat Zia Hero, Rohingyatographer Founder
“These photos are a testament to the resilience of refugees and their hopes for the future.” — Johannes van der Klaauw, former UNHCR Representative in Bangladesh
“This looks amazing. There are so many incredible talented Rohingya photographers, artists, poets, teachers, journalists, musicians, activists and filmmakers. It’s about time their phenomenal creativity is celebrated.” — Mohammed Jamjoom, Senior Correspondent, Aljazeera
“Inspiring to see Rohingya voices and talent leading the way in highlighting what life is like in Cox’s Bazar, the world’s biggest refugee camp.” — Jan Egeland, Secretary General, Norwegian Refugee Council
“Please support this initiative by the Rohingya youth in the refugee camp. Your little support will help them to unleash their potential into opportunities.” — Aung Kyaw Moe, Deputy Minister of National Unity Government Myanmar
“Even though I know a good deal about the realities Rohingya refugees face, I learned so much more by reading the inaugural issue of Rohingyatographer.” — Prof Tom Arcaro, Elon University
“An excellent initiative. Young Rohingya photographers capturing images of daily life. Can’t wait to receive my copy!” — Dr Ronan Lee,
Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellow, Loughborough University and author of ‘Myanmar’s Rohingya Genocide’
“I want to thank you for reminding me that as artists we don't only create music or arts for entertainment. We also create art to heal from our own trauma or the trauma of our people. It is a very strong message, I am taking this with me.” — Tahsan Khan, UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador
