Improved Hygiene practices to protect Rohingya refugees and host communities against COVID 19 related risks
To safeguard both Rohingya and host communities from the risks of COVID-19 infection, the initiative prioritized promoting effective hygiene practices and creating a safer, healthier living environment. Recognizing the limited awareness about the virus and its transmission, the intervention implemented comprehensive awareness campaigns and distributed essential hygiene kits. These kits typically included items such as soap, hand sanitizer, detergent powder, masks, and sanitary materials to encourage regular handwashing and overall cleanliness.
Awareness-raising activities were conducted through community meetings, miking, and poster campaigns... Read More
Major Achievements
25,000
Reached 25,000 households (19,965 Rohingya and 5,067 host communities) with essential hygiene kits.
Awareness Sessions
Conducted awareness sessions with 6,867 participants (2,790 male, 4,077 female).
Consistent Messaging
Delivered COVID-19 prevention messages consistently for 25 days in local communities.
Cultural Approach
Raised awareness on hygiene and COVID-19 prevention using culturally relevant folk media.
Major Activities
Distributed 25,000 hygiene kits to Rohingya and host community households.
Conducted 1,402 in-person awareness sessions on COVID-19 prevention and hygiene maintenance.
Disseminated awareness messages for 25 consecutive days through local miking campaigns.
Developed and used folk songs in the local language to deliver COVID-19 awareness messages.
Project Goal
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission and promote safe hygiene practices among Rohingya and host communities through timely and inclusive interventions.
Geographical Coverage
The project was implemented in Ukhiya Upazila of Cox’s Bazar District, Bangladesh.
Targeted Beneficiaries
The project targeted Rohingya refugee and host community households, focusing on vulnerable populations with limited access to hygiene materials and awareness of COVID-19 prevention practices.
Programme Highlights
Promoting Hygiene to Combat COVID-19 Risks
The project focused on protecting vulnerable communities from COVID-19 through a combination of hygiene support and awareness-building initiatives. By distributing essential hygiene kits and delivering consistent health messages through community engagement and culturally appropriate communication methods, the intervention helped reduce infection risks and promote healthier practices. The initiative also contributed to building awareness, resilience, and preparedness among Rohingya refugees and host communities during a critical public health emergency.
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