British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke formally presented the insignia of the Honorary Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) to Ms. Shaheen Anam, Executive Director of Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF), at a ceremony held at the British High Commission in Dhaka on 6 August.

Ms. Anam was named an Honorary MBE by His Majesty King Charles III in February 2025 in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social justice, inclusion, and gender equality in Bangladesh—values that are deeply shared by both the UK and Bangladesh.  

The UK has maintained a longstanding partnership with the Manusher Jonno Foundation for over two decades, working collaboratively to advance human rights and empower marginalised communities across the country. Through this partnership, the UK government has supported over 460 grassroots organisations, enabling transformative work that promotes dignity, inclusion, and justice for all.

British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke said,
“I am delighted to present this award to Ms. Shaheen Anam on behalf of His Majesty The King. Her tireless dedication and commitment to human rights, social justice and gender equality have made a lasting impact in Bangladesh, reflecting the shared values and enduring partnership between our two countries.”