Our story
Rooted in Sujanagar, growing together in the UK
Sujanagar Association UK was founded in 2017 by members of the Sujanagar community living in the United Kingdom. Like most British Bangladeshis, our families trace their roots to the Sylhet region, in our case to Sujanagar, a union in Barlekha thana, Moulvibazar District, which our elders also call Azimganj and Fatary. Our home is famous for agar and attar, and many of our families trade pure oud across the Middle East. What began as a way to stay connected has grown into an organisation dedicated to faith, solidarity and service.
We support one another here in Britain, and we are committed to improving the quality of life of people who are less fortunate, particularly in Sujanagar, through poverty relief, education and healthcare.
What we stand for
Our values
Faith
Islamic values of compassion, honesty and service guide our work.
Unity
We bring the Sujanagar community together in solidarity and mutual support.
Transparency
We keep clear records and report openly on how money is raised and spent.
Compassion
We put the needs of the people we serve first, with dignity and respect.
Our charitable aims
What our constitution commits us to
Our aims are for the public benefit, in the United Kingdom and in Sujanagar Union, Barlekha Upazila, Moulvibazar District, Bangladesh, and particularly among people of Sujanagar heritage:
- To advance the Islamic faith.
- To prevent or relieve poverty, including by grants, goods or services to people in financial hardship.
- To advance education, including religious and general education for children, young people and adults.
- To advance health and relieve sickness, including by supporting medical treatment and healthcare facilities.
- To relieve those in need because of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
- In the interests of social welfare, to provide facilities for recreation and leisure-time activity that improve people’s conditions of life.
How we are run
Led by elected trustees
Our members elect a board of trustees, including a Chair, Secretary and Treasurer. Trustees are unpaid volunteers and are legally responsible for running the organisation well.
Members
UK residents aged 18 and over who support our aims. Members vote at general meetings and elect the trustees.
Board of trustees
Between 5 and 11 trustees, meeting at least twice a year. They make decisions, manage funds and declare any conflicts of interest.
Advisory Council
Experienced members of our community who advise the trustees and help run fair elections.