ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
- Advocating for safe return to Rakhine State
- Securing full citizenship and legal protection
- Mobilizing global support for justice and humanitarian aid
- Empowering Rohingya communities through education, culture, and leadership programs
Our Founders:
Mirza Mueen
Mirza Mueen is a digital journalist and PR expert with over seven years of experience in digital marketing and advocacy. Based in the UK, he is the founder of Linkonize, a PR firm specializing in digital campaigns. Mirza has worked with various digital advocacy campaigns, helping SMEs and interest groups achieve their goals through effective online strategies. His expertise in digital journalism and public relations has been instrumental in launching and managing campaigns that raise awareness and drive action for the Rohingya cause.
Ajas Khan
Ajas Khan is a Rohingya refugee and passionate advocate for his community, whose lived experiences fuel his dedication to justice and human rights. Having grown up amidst the hardships of displacement in Cox’s Bazar, Ajas brings first-hand knowledge of the challenges faced by Rohingya refugees. As co-founder of Rohingya Return, he works tirelessly alongside Mirza Mueen to amplify Rohingya voices, drive humanitarian support, and campaign for safe repatriation, full citizenship, and empowerment of his community. His leadership ensures that every initiative is rooted in empathy, cultural understanding, and a commitment to meaningful change.
Our Story
Mirza Mueen, a digital journalist and PR expert, has always been guided by strong ethical principles: advocating for human rights, supporting climate action, and promoting inclusivity and positive social change. These values, cultivated through his work at his PR agency, inspired him to take action for those whose voices are often silenced.
Through an online connection, Mirza met Ajas Khan, a Rohingya refugee living in Cox’s Bazar—the world’s largest refugee camp. In heartfelt conversations, Ajas shared the struggles, hopes, and resilience of the Rohingya people. Their discussions sparked a deep sense of responsibility to amplify the voices of the oppressed and fight for justice.
Motivated by this shared vision, Mirza and Ajas co-founded Rohingya Return—an advocacy organization committed to ensuring the Rohingya community’s safe return, full citizenship, justice, and humanitarian support. Today, Rohingya Return has a dedicated team of over 15 volunteers and collaborates with multiple partner organizations, working tirelessly to address the community’s urgent demands:
