“We pray to God that we get to go back to our land in Myanmar. And since my parents have passed away, I pray for them.” Young Mohammad, a 14-year-old orphan from Rohingya says. He remains hopeful, praying for his return to his homeland in Myanmar.

In the heart of Kutupalong refugee camp in Bangladesh, the largest in the world, Mohammad shares his experience of Ramadan. “During Ramadan,” he says, “we fast and read the Quran. Then we break our fast and pray taraweeh… we seek God’s help.”

As the sixth Ramadan away from their home passes, Rohingya refugees like Mohammad continue to struggle. “When we fled from Myanmar,” Mohammad recalls, “we went through many hardships… people suffered.” Yet, amidst his own difficulties, Mohammad continues to have a desire to help others and hopes for peace. “I want to help people,” he says, “so we can live in peace.”

About one million Rohingya refugees reside in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, since fleeing persecution in 2017. Over half are children, while women and girls make up 52 percent. They rely solely on humanitarian aid for essentials, including protection, food, and shelter. Due to Bangladesh’s vulnerability to natural disasters, Rohingya refugees face increased risks from cyclones, floods, and landslides. The crisis, now spanning over six years, is officially recognized as a protracted situation.

The compassionate contributions through the Refugee Zakat Fund are making a lasting impact on their lives, offering them the support they desperately need and bringing them one step closer to a future with peace and dignity.