Blog

24Oct

Camp Learning Returning to Normal

Since the start of the pandemic, our classroom model has shifted exclusively to e-learning to ensure the safety and continued progress of our students. We are happy to share that, with expanded safety protocols, our Khan Academy courses and tutoring centers have resumed in-class instruction. As we proceed with great caution, our students are looking forward to the weeks ahead. ...

21Oct

Women in the Host Community Receive New Opportunities through Training

In partnership with ALIGHT, a US-based nonprofit organization, OBAT has launched a sewing program for women belonging to the host community. Eight women from the Rajapalong host community in Cox’s Bazar (near the site for our Rohingya Women’s Empowerment program in Kutupalong camp) will participate in a four-month long sewing training program. This training will enable these women to supplement their family’s income, empowering them with a voice and standing in their community. ...

18Oct

OBAT Celebrates an Exciting October!

October offers lots of opportunities to appreciate, educate, and give back with so many days of recognition to observe. Our OBAT staff and students didn’t miss a beat! Here are just a few of the activities that were organized in the camps: International Day Of Older Persons A day of recognition and appreciation for the older people in our lives, OBAT’s Think Tank volunteers organized a joyful afternoon of light games, fun prizes, and food distributions to...

15Oct

Celebrating Global Hand Washing Day

Today we have celebrated the global handwashing day in our Learning centers and Community Center with the Caregiver of students and student. The program was inaugurated by Block Mazhi of the camps and our side. We have celebrated the global handwashing day in two venues. First we have started at 10:30 am with 20 caregivers in community Center. Secondly, we have started at 1 pm with 10 Caregivers in our Learning Center. Note: We have distributed 1 piece of soap and snacks to each of...