The lost generation: The unfinished education of Rohingya youth in Bangladeshi refugee camps

Thousands of young Rohingya refugees living in camps in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, are being denied access to formal education due to government restrictions that prevent them from enrolling in public schools or universities based on their refugee status. While community-led schools and learning centers provide basic education, these programs face severe limitations including overcrowded classrooms, shortages of qualified teachers and materials, and lack of pathways beyond secondary education. Without internationally recognized certificates or the ability to pursue higher education in Bangladesh, years of study carry little value outside the camps, forcing many talented students to abandon their academic dreams despite their determination and resilience.