Health Promotion

I thought only boys can do exercise. I didn’t know the importance of exercise. From today I would like to do exercise and I will share it with my friends and family members. I would like to learn more exercise which I can do easily at house as we don’t have any specific place like others. – Rohingya student, Bangladesh

Staying physically active is such a simple, powerful way to improve our physical and mental health. Sadly, those who could benefit the most from daily exercise often face barriers that restrict access to such activities. This is especially true among displaced people who suffer from PTSD, depression, and other mental health illnesses.

Our materials are designed to encourage physical activity & healthy lifestyle habits in a contextualized, culturally sensitive manner – showing that exercise is for everyone.

Page from our Afghan Picture Dictionary

EXERCISE IS FOR EVERYONE | Lebanon Version

We’re partnering with ClimbAid & Simon Rosenbaum to produce a contextualized animation for vulnerable communities in Lebanon. Our friend, Ainaa, loves to rock climb with her friends at ClimbAid. Watch our animation and see how Ainaa and her friends teach us all about the importance of staying active everyday!

Featured communities: Syrian, Lebanese, Ethiopian, Palestinian

In partnership with

EXERCISE IS FOR EVERYONE | Rohingya Version

There is a huge mental health crisis in the Rohingya refugee camps, especially among vulnerable Rohingya women.

Our Rohingya friends are here to share about why they like to exercise. It doesn’t matter where you live or how old you are, exercise is beneficial for everyone.

Sponsored by: UNSW Sydney