The Rohingya, who were driven out of Myanmar by the military, are now desperate for a chance at a new start. Some have fled to Indonesia, but the situation there is also difficult and sometimes hostile. The wreck of a wooden boat on Kulam beach serves as a reminder of the harrowing journey taken by 233 Rohingya passengers from Bangladesh to Indonesia last year.
Aziz Ullah, a 20-year-old refugee, recalls the overcrowded and traumatic journey on the boat, which left one woman dead. Despite these challenges, many Rohingya, including Aziz, hope for a better life in countries like Indonesia. However, in Indonesia, Rohingya refugees face legal and humanitarian challenges as the country has not signed the 1951 UN Refugee Convention.
The camps in Aceh province, where many Rohingya are housed, are overcrowded and lack adequate resources. Recent protests and hostility towards the Rohingya have added to their sense of vulnerability and uncertainty about their future. The residents of the Kulam camp live in primitive conditions with limited access to basic necessities such as water and sanitation.
Despite these challenges, many Rohingya remain hopeful and determined to rebuild their lives in a new land. They are calling for international support and solidarity in their quest for a safe and dignified life. In order to help them overcome these challenges we need to work together towards finding solutions that respects their rights as human beings while addressing concerns around national security and sovereignty
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