Education campaign launched to support IDP children in Arakan State

By Admin 24 Mar 2026

DMG Newsroom

24 March 2026, Kyaukphyu

The Arakan Students’ Union (ASU) has launched an education support campaign for internally displaced person (IDP) children in Arakan State who are currently deprived of access to schooling.

The campaign, titled “Future Waves”, is running from March 22 to April 22 and aims to raise K20 million to provide educational assistance.

As conflict continues in Arakan State, the number of displaced people is rising, leaving many children in urgent need of education support.

“This campaign is mainly for IDP schools. In addition to displaced students, we are also supporting children in remote areas who cannot access schools or face major challenges in continuing their education,” an ASU information officer said.

He added that the initiative seeks to ensure that students remain connected to learning despite displacement caused by the conflict.

With the growing number of IDP students, there is a severe shortage of school buildings and teaching materials. In Kyaukphyu Township, where fighting continues, many displaced children remain unable to attend temporary schools set up by humanitarian groups.

“In Kyaukphyu, some IDP children cannot attend school because they live too far away, while only a few are able to join nearby schools. Most are still out of school. Due to teacher shortages and limited access to aid, many children are losing their opportunity to learn,” the ASU official said.

Ongoing airstrike risks across Arakan State have also disrupted education, forcing schools to operate irregularly and causing many students to drop out or suspend their studies. Some youths have had to abandon education entirely to support their families amid economic hardship.

A resident of Ramree Township stressed the urgency of support.

“Education needs significant assistance. Many children are losing their chance to learn in this situation. We must keep them engaged and create accessible opportunities wherever they are,” she said.

Describing education as the “bloodline” for rebuilding Arakan State, the ASU has called for broader public support to assist the next generation.

Since 2024, the Department of Education under the United League of Arakan (ULA) has been operating mobile schools to maintain access to education. However, due to the threat of airstrikes, these classrooms are frequently relocated for safety.