Our Projects

Programs & Initiatives

The Arakan Rohingya Union advances the rights, dignity, and future of the Rohingya people through targeted programs spanning humanitarian aid, legal advocacy, education, and community empowerment.

Humanitarian

Humanitarian Aid & Relief

ARU coordinates emergency relief efforts in Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh — providing food, clean water, medical supplies, and shelter support to displaced families.

  • Emergency food distribution
  • Clean water access programs
  • Medical supply coordination
  • Shelter improvement initiatives
Legal

Legal Advocacy & ICJ Support

ARU actively supports the International Court of Justice case against Myanmar for genocide, working alongside legal teams at Foley Hoag LLP and international human rights bodies to document atrocities and pursue accountability.

  • ICJ case documentation support
  • Witness testimony coordination
  • Legal team collaboration
  • International accountability campaigns
Diplomacy

Diplomatic Engagement

ARU engages with the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and governments worldwide to advocate for Rohingya rights, safe repatriation, and citizenship recognition in Myanmar.

  • UN General Assembly participation
  • OIC liaison and representation
  • Bilateral government meetings
  • International conference advocacy
Education

Education & Youth Empowerment

Through the Empowering Youth initiative, ARU supports access to education for Rohingya youth in refugee camps, fostering leadership skills and preparing the next generation to rebuild their communities.

  • Scholarship and learning programs
  • Youth leadership workshops
  • Vocational training support
  • Community mentorship networks
Culture

Cultural Preservation

ARU works to document and preserve Rohingya language, history, and cultural heritage — ensuring that the identity of the Rohingya people is not erased despite decades of persecution and displacement.

  • Oral history documentation
  • Cultural memory archive
  • Language preservation programs
  • Heritage education for youth
Awareness

Genocide Remembrance & Awareness

ARU organizes annual Rohingya Genocide Remembrance Day events across the United States and internationally, bringing together survivors, advocates, and policymakers to honor victims and demand justice.

  • Annual remembrance events
  • Survivor testimony platforms
  • Media and press outreach
  • Policy briefings for lawmakers

Support Our Work

The Rohingya people need sustained international attention and action. Join ARU in advocating for justice, accountability, and a safe return home.

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