Perceptions of host community parents on the Rohingya influx Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh

Abstract

This research looks at how parents from host communities in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh feel about the arrival of Rohingya refugees, and how it affects the well-being of their own children. The study uses group discussions and personal interviews to understand what these parents are experiencing and thinking. Many parents talked about stress, changes in school conditions, and the pressure of sharing limited resources. At the same time, they showed concern for the Rohingya families, even while feeling worried about their own children's future. These findings suggest that support programs should consider the needs of both refugee and host children, and involve parents’ voices to build more effective and fair solutions.