Hanan Ibrahim

Hanan Ibrahim (, ) is a Somali social activist. She is the Chairperson of the Barnet Muslim Women's Network, among other organizations.

Early years Ibrahim grew up in Somalia. She is a mother of three children and a Muslim. After the outbreak of the civil war in her native country, she moved to the United Kingdom in 1998.

Career

In a professional capacity, Ibrahim worked with the Women Interfaith Network, Sisters against Violent Extremism, the African SANG and the Women's Federation for World Peace. The SFSG promotes inter-faith dialogue and understanding, and advocates for greater female participation in various issues. It also offers a variety of social services, including a family advice center, health awareness drives, job-search assistance and skill acquisition workshops.

Awards For her contributions to society, Ibrahim was presented in 2004 with the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service.

In 2010, she won the London Borough of Barnet Civic Award and the Community Engagement Award from HAYA - Somali Organization in London. That year, she was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her community work with the SFSG.