Sunday, 22nd February 2026 | 2:00 PM GMT

Keynote Message from H.E. Mohammad Jobayed Hosen

Assistant High Commissioner of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, Manchester

International Mother Language Day 2026


Honouring the 1952 Martyrs through Diplomatic, Academic, and Civic Voices.

Celebrating 30 years of heritage in Scunthorpe | UNESCO Theme: Youth Voices

ONLINE WEBINAR

A 60-minute restful seminar on linguistic identity

VOICES OF ROOTS

A digital gallery of community stories and reflections. Listen to the native tongues that connect our past to our future


YOUTH VOICES

Empowering the next generation of digital guardians. Discover how our youth are leading the way for our mother tongues

CULTURE LEGACY

1952 Memorial Tribute: A solemn Dua and reflection on linguistic identity.

THE 2026 VISION:

Official programme

Heritage, Identity and the future of North Lincolnshire

H.E. Mohammad Jobayed Hosen

Sunday 22 Feb 2026 | 2:00pm

Official Programme Agenda

I. Opening : The live Welcome

Host: Latif Miah Kamali

The Act of Remembrance: Observing one minute of silence in memory of the 1952 Language Martyrs.

Thirty Years of Civic Journey: A live introduction tracing the 30-year journey from the 1952 roots to the modern-day aspirations of the Scunthorpe community.

Thirty Years of Civic Journey: A live introduction tracing

II. The Diplomatic Keynote (Recorded)

Speaker: H.E. Mohammad Jobayed Hosen, Assistant High Commissioner

Topic: Global Significance: An international perspective on the preservation of linguistic identity and the importance of Martyrs' Day.

III. The Academic Reflection (Recorded)

Speaker: Dr. Mamoon Bashir (PhD), University of Hull

Topic: Linguistic Identity in Research & Education. A scholarly perspective on how the 1952 legacy fuels modern academic and intellectual growth.

IV. The Community Voice (Live Segment)

Speakers: U-nited Roots Executive Committee & Local Faith and Community Leaders.

Voices of Roots: Reflecting on the 1952 legacy and the necessity of a permanent cultural landmark in North Lincolnshire.

Youth Voices: Focused on the UNESCO 2026 theme: "Youth voices on multilingual education," empowering the next generation as key actors for linguistic diversity.

V. Civic & Parliamentary Reflections (Recorded)

Institutional Recognition: Formal messages acknowledging the community's dedication to linguistic heritage and the value of cultural diversity within the borough.

Status: Reserved for Parliamentary and Local Authority contributions.

VI. Commemorative Reflection & Closing

The 2026 Vision for Heritage: A walkthrough of our future aspirations for cultural commemoration and a message of unity for the community.

Honoured Guests & Keynotes


Diplomatic, academic, and civic reflections on the significance of linguistic identity and the future cultural aspirations for our community.

Assistant High Commissioner of the People's Republic of Bangladesh

The houses of parliament are lit up at night.

Parlimentary Invitation

Reserved for Representative Address

Civic Leadership Address

Reserved for Local Authority Representation

Senior Academic, Univ. of Hull

The U-nited Roots Executive Committee

Providing civic governance and strategic leadership for all our community projects.

Latif Miah Kamali

Founder Chair U-nited Roots

Profile & Civic Track Record

Civic leader with over 30 years of service in Scunthorpe. As the original visionary for the Language Monument and founder of the Frodingham Road Illuminations and the Official Flag Raising, Latif bridges community heritage with institutional recognition.


Civic & Operational Governance

Roj Rahman Mortuza

Vice-Chair & Co-Host

(Co-owner, Scunthorpe United FC)

As a Director of Mortz Property Management, a trusted Scunthorpe institution established in 1971, Roj brings a deep-rooted commercial and civic footprint to the Symposium. Managing an extensive real estate portfolio across North Lincolnshire and beyond, his expertise in property asset management and his role as Co-owner of SUFC provide the strategic leadership and local investment necessary to bring the 2026 Language Monument to fruition.

Sanwar Miah

Treasurer & Moderator

(Operation Lead)

As the Operations Director for the Symposium, Sanwar provides the essential governance and digital infrastructure required for a project of this scale. With a focus on financial transparency and professional moderator excellence, he oversees the technical delivery and global broadcast of the 2026 Vision. His leadership ensures that the organization operates with the highest levels of integrity and professional efficiency.

THE COMMUNITY VOICES

Cllr Mashook Ali

Chair: CCA

Abdul Salique

Chair: Grimsby & Cleethorpes BD Association

Abdul Khalik

Chair: Bangladesh Welfare Association

Yousuf Khan

Chair: Shahjalal Jamia Mosque

Shah Ali

Chair: Scunthorpe Jamia Mosque

Elias Javed

Chair: United Muslim Mosque

Md Jahangir Choudhury

Advisory Executive: NL Bangladesh Welfare Association

Abdul Tahid Gazi

Advisory Executive: NL Bangladesh Welfare Association

Yeaor MIah

Executive Member: U-nited Roots

Sayed Rhman

Chair:: Scunthorpe Nobiganj Association

Shafiul Islam

General Secretary: Bangladesh Welfare Association

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