The borderlands shared by Bangladesh and Myanmar have historically been a hub of cultural diversity, with various ethnic and religious groups inhabiting the region for centuries. This chapter explores the intricate fabric of the Bangladesh–Myanmar borderlands using data gathered by youth researchers from Brac University’s Centre for Peace and Justice (CPJ). Employing a community-based participatory research approach, the study scrutinizes historical narratives, impacts of evolving policy directives on bordering communities, and sociopolitical contexts to unravel the complexities of borderland existence. Key objectives include untangling the nuances of Rohingya integration into Bangladeshi communities and examining the impact of border closures on cross-border trade and mobility. Through oral history interviews and analysis of community perspectives, the research uncovers the role of propaganda promoting ethnocentrism based on ethnic and religious identity in shaping interethnic perceptions. It aims to understand the Rohingya identity, their sense of belonging to Rakhine state (Arakan), and how this diverges from narratives disseminated by Myanmar’s authorities. The study also illuminates the historical and cultural exchanges between Buddhist and Muslim communities, highlighting periods of peaceful coexistence amidst underlying tensions.