allowing the voices of Rohingya youth to be heard
Significant collaborations between the Rohingya Resilient Women – The RRW and Project Stand Up (PSU) and transformative focus group discussions were held regularly with Rohingya youth girls and boys in Malaysia. The initiative aimed to foster collaboration, listen to the voices of the youth, and collectively find ways to uplift refugee communities through youth leadership.
The project focuses on improving female participation in learning opportunities. –(photo by PSU)
The project focuses on improving female participation in learning opportunities, both formal and informal, while simultaneously increasing young people’s involvement in designing and leading solutions to the challenges that matter most to them and their communities. Additionally, PSU strives to enhance young women in refugee communities’ access to information.
Rohingya Young men’s demonstration of raising voice in RRW x PSU collab. –(photo by PSU)
Understanding Project Stand Up (PSU):
Project Stand Up (PSU)stands out as a dynamic refugee-led initiative guided by the principles of youth-adult partnership (YAP) methodology and refugee-led action and allyship. PSU represents an ongoing effort spearheaded by youth, with a clear mission to enhance participation, decision-making, and the initiation of solutions among refugee youth.
in a focus group discussions provided a platform for open dialogue for Rohingya Youth Powers. –(photo by PSU)
PSU is an award-winning initiative focused on improving access for girls.
Project Stand Up (PSU) is a youth-driven initiative from a Development Studies class at the Fugee School in early 2016. Since then, it has become a globally recognized, award-winning initiative focused on improving access to and participation in education, particularly for girls.
PSU members addressing the challenges faced by young people among the refugee communities in Malaysia. –(photo by PSU)
the voices of Rohingya youth to be heard and considered in developing solutions.
These collaborations between RRW and PSU emphasize the importance of young power minds actively contributing to shaping their communities. By fostering youth leadership, the initiative seeks to create an environment where young people, regardless of their background, can play a central role in addressing the challenges faced by refugee communities in Malaysia. The focus group discussions provided a platform for open dialogue, allowing the voices of Rohingya youth to be heard and considered in developing solutions.
the PSU annual Appreciation Ceremony 2023 took place at the Chinese Embassy Hall in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. –(photo by PSU)
Annual Appreciation Ceremony 2023:
In a celebration of achievements and leadership, the annual Appreciation Ceremony 2023 took place at the Chinese Embassy Hall in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
During this significant event, Hafsa Khanom, the initiator of RRW, was honored with the prestigious “Youth Leader Award.” This recognition was bestowed upon her for her exponential influence in fostering leadership among young Rohingya women, making a notable impact within the Rohingya community.
“Youth Leader Award” underscores the pivotal role played by young leaders. –(photo by PSU)
RWW's Initiator acknowledged Youth Leadership by PSU
RRW’s initiator Hafsa Khanom received of the “Youth Leader Award” underscores the pivotal role played by young leaders in driving positive change within refugee communities. Her dedication and efforts have contributed to empowering young Rohingya women and setting a legacy and example for the broader community.
RRW,s Initiator Hafsa Khanom awarded
“Youth Leadership” of PSU. –(photo by PSU)
