Dr. Banu Tanjakaundar Awarded at IWP Conclave 2025 for Excellence in Education and International Consultancy
Dubai, UAE | June 30, 2025 — Dr. Banu Tanjakaundar, a renowned educationist and international consultant from Malaysia, was honored with the Iconic Women Award 2025 at the 2nd International Women Parliament (IWP) Conclave & Iconic Women Awards, held on June 30 in Dubai, on the occasion of the International Day of Parliamentarism.
She was awarded for her outstanding leadership and lifelong dedication to the fields of education, global consultancy, and women’s empowerment. As the Director of BTK Consultancy, Dr. Banu has significantly contributed to advancing education policy, cross-border institutional collaboration, and professional development for youth and women across Asia and beyond.
Her work is widely recognized for fostering inclusive education, climate leadership, and capacity building—making her a respected name in the field of global educational transformation.
The IWP event was led by Namita Ghimire, Founder and President of IWP (Nepal), and conducted under the global campaign Project100, which aims to uplift women leaders from 100 countries. The conclave brought together over 40 awardees and dignitaries from across the world.
🌍 Notable Dignitaries in Attendance:
- H.E. George Mkondiwa – Vice President, Africa Cabinet Government Network
- Prof. Dr. Ona C. Millar – USA
- Bhagwati Chaudhary – Member of Parliament & Former Minister, Nepal
- Seyed Mohammed Siam Al Husseini – Tech & Innovation Leader, UAE
- Naeem Sirajuddin Tirmizi – Humanitarian, India
In her award acceptance speech, Dr. Banu Tanjakaundar remarked:
“I dedicate this award to every woman who dares to educate, elevate, and empower others. Through collaboration and compassion, we can truly shape the future.”
The event concluded with powerful speeches, global networking, and vibrant cultural presentations, reinforcing IWP’s vision of creating a more just, inclusive, and empowered world led by women.
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