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
A 60-minute restful seminar on linguistic identity
A digital gallery of community stories and reflections. Listen to the native tongues that connect our past to our future
Empowering the next generation of digital guardians. Discover how our youth are leading the way for our mother tongues
1952 Memorial Tribute: A solemn Dua and reflection on linguistic identity.
Heritage, Identity and the future of North Lincolnshire

H.E. Mohammad Jobayed Hosen
Sunday 22 Feb 2026 | 2:00pm
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.






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

Reserved for Representative Address

Reserved for Local Authority Representation
Providing civic governance and strategic leadership for all our community projects.

Founder Chair U-nited Roots
Profile & Civic Track Record

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.

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

Chair: CCA

Chair: Grimsby & Cleethorpes BD Association

Chair: Bangladesh Welfare Association

Chair: Shahjalal Jamia Mosque

Chair: Scunthorpe Jamia Mosque

Chair: United Muslim Mosque

Advisory Executive: NL Bangladesh Welfare Association

Advisory Executive: NL Bangladesh Welfare Association

Executive Member: U-nited Roots

Chair:: Scunthorpe Nobiganj Association

General Secretary: Bangladesh Welfare Association

Designation