QRCS launches shelter project for refugees in Bangladesh

The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), in collaboration with the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), has initiated a project to enhance shelter, protection, and living conditions for vulnerable families residing in Rohingya refugee camps located in Cox's Bazar district, Bangladesh. The $517,877 project aims to construct medium-term shelters and provide non-food items (NFIs) to meet the daily requirements of 704 families, which equates to 4,224 individuals.

This initiative addresses critical issues such as overcrowding, substandard shelter conditions, and the constant threat of monsoon rains, high winds, and fires, all of which severely impact the safety, privacy, and stability of the refugees. The beneficiaries are carefully selected based on eligibility and need, with special attention given to female-headed households, individuals with disabilities, the elderly, and children under six years old.

QRCS's mission in Bangladesh, led by Engineer Mohamed Thabet Safi, emphasized that this project is a practical humanitarian intervention aimed at addressing the precarious shelter conditions in the camps. The project's design integrates safe shelter with essential household supplies, preserving the dignity of the families and enabling them to manage their daily routines.

The implementation process involved a thorough field assessment and verification mechanism to ensure a fair and effective selection process, ultimately reaching those most in need.