Islamic Relief Canada is part of a global federation called Islamic Relief. Locally in Bangladesh they're very active, and they continue to be active. There are a few online rumours that say we are not allowed, that we're banned and we're not allowed to work in Bangladesh. We absolutely are. We have an office in Dhaka and sub-offices throughout Bangladesh.
However, to operate with the Rohingya community directly in Bangladesh, you need something called an FD 7 licence. All of our work in Bangladesh has been with local partners, so we are able to operate. We are able to support the Rohingya community, and we are able to go in and out. We have sent delegations and can continue to work, but we don't have this very important document, an FD 7 licence, that allows us to work directly with the Rohingya community as our own agency.
However, funds that are generated by Islamic Relief Canada can reach the Rohingya community in Bangladesh.