An Agenda for a Dignified and Sustainable Rohingya Refugee Response in Bangladesh b. The humanitarian community should advocate for voluntariness of all future relocations and availability of basic rights and services for refugees in Bhasan Char. Under the leadership of the Strategic Executive Group, the humanitarian community, including donors, should remain constructively engaged with the Government of Bangladesh to discuss the parameters of humanitarian involvement in Bhasan Char. In addition to advocating for the above-mentioned outcomes (Recommendation 1 under Relocation to Bhasan Char), the humanitarian community should: ➢ ➢ Support the Government of Bangladesh in ensuring voluntariness of future relocations to Bhasan Char, through consultations with refugees and the humanitarian community, provision of accurate and verifiable information delivered through trusted channels, counselling on protection risks and communication/other restrictions if any, and enabling informed consent of refugees prior to proposed relocation. Conduct a mapping of available rights and services available on the island, including identifying gaps and risks. 5.2 Situation in Myanmar a. The Government of Bangladesh should continue its efforts at pursuing justice and accountability in Myanmar. Bangladesh has displayed strong leadership in championing international efforts at securing justice for Rohingya victims of mass atrocities in Myanmar. In partnership with humanitarian, human rights and diplomatic actors, the Government of Bangladesh should continue to support justice and accountability through the ICJ and the ICC, join efforts by regional actors and international bodies to disrupt cycles of violence and forced displacement, ensure access to safety for those fleeing persecution, prevent instances of refoulement through the implementation of push back policies and ensure meaningful participation of the Rohingya community at all stages. b. The humanitarian community should continue its strong advocacy on safe, dignified and voluntary returns of Rohingya refugees to Myanmar in line with international standards. Following the recent military coup in Myanmar, the situation of Rohingya in Rakhine State has further deteriorated with increasing violence and restrictions on access to rights and services. The prospects for Rohingya refugee repatriation are uncertain at this time. Yet, many countries of asylum continue to adopt policies and practices that routinely push back Rohingya refugees and/or focus on their speedy repatriation and exclude them from humanitarian assistance and protection. The humanitarian community should: ➢ ➢ 72 Respect and advocate for the human rights of stateless Rohingya refugees to be upheld in Myanmar and all countries of asylum, including Bangladesh. violations. Respond to calls for swift repatriation of Rohingya refugees by advocating for safe, dignified and voluntary returns only when conditions are conducive, in line with international standards and in accordance with Rohingya refugees’ wishes. Act for Peace / May 2021