About Us
The aim of the Organisation of British Bangladeshis (OBB) is to ignite the passion within our young generation so that they can proudly embrace their blended heritage.
With a vision to awaken the celebration of unique cultural roots and the embracing of both British and Bangladeshi identity, the OBB is dedicated to empowering each and every member of the community to stand tall in their true, authentic selves.
About Us
We are a a diaspora-led British Bangladeshi organisation which aims to connect the different generations of British Bangladeshis to their rich heritage and awaken the lost sense of identity through inspiration and celebration.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create positive and lasting change within the British Bangladeshi community. We will address issues of personal achievement, intergenerational understanding and cultural awareness, with community initiatives such as mentoring programmes and the establishment of a...
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The OBB was established in 2010 by Hafizur Rahman, recognizing the absence of a UK-based organization that connects different generations of British Bangladeshis under a single platform recognized nationally. The organization aims to address the concerns and challenges faced by the yo...
Read MoreMoments from our history - UK
During the 1950s and 60s, a significant number of British Bangladeshis migrated to England, with a smaller group prior to World War I and even fewer immediately after the war. These young Bengali men were driven by the belief that they could improve their family's lives through increa...
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