Sabikunnahar Munni | |
|---|---|
| সাবিকুন্নাহার মুন্নী | |
| Member of Parliament | |
| Assumed office 9 May 2026 | |
| Preceded by | Ruma Chakraborty |
| Constituency | Reserved Seat-39 |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami |
| Spouse | Advocate Matiur Rahman Akand (m. 2000) |
| University of Dhaka | |
| Occupation | Lawyer, Politician |
Sabikunnahar Munni (Bengali: সাবিকুন্নাহার মুন্নী), commonly known as Advocate Sabikunnahar Munni, is a Bangladeshi lawyer, politician, and Member of Parliament representing a reserved women's seat in the Jatiya Sangsad. She serves as the Secretary for Human Resources, Law and Human Rights Affairs of the Women's Wing of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and is also a leader of the Bangladesh Lawyers Council.[1][2]
Early Life and Education
Sabikunnahar Munni was born in Dhaka, Bangladesh. She completed her Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) from Begum Begum Badrunnesa Government Girls' College, one of the country's leading educational institutions for women.
She later attended the University of Dhaka, where she completed both her Bachelor's and master's degrees. She subsequently pursued higher academic research and enrolled in an M.Phil. program.[3]
Her educational background in the humanities and social sciences, combined with legal training, contributed to her later career in law, public affairs, and politics.
Legal career
Sabikunnahar Munni established herself as a legal practitioner and became involved in legal advocacy and professional organizations. She has worked on issues related to legal awareness, human rights, and access to justice, particularly concerning women and families.
She serves as a Secretary of the Women's Wing of the Bangladesh Lawyers Council, an organization of legal professionals associated with Islamic social and political activism.[4]
Throughout her legal career, she has participated in programs focusing on legal rights, constitutional issues, and social justice.
Political career
Sabikunnahar Munni is an active member of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and has held several organizational responsibilities within the party's women's wing.
She currently serves as the Secretary for Human Resources, Law and Human Rights Affairs of the Women's Wing of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. In this capacity, she has been involved in organizational development, legal affairs, human rights advocacy, and political training programs for women members of the party.[5]
She has also participated in political discussions concerning women's representation, legal reform, constitutional rights, and social welfare issues.
Member of Parliament
In April 2026, Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami nominated Sabikunnahar Munni for a reserved women's seat in the Jatiya Sangsad. She was subsequently elected unopposed as a Member of Parliament representing Reserved Women's Seat–39.[6]
As a parliamentarian, she is expected to contribute to legislative discussions concerning legal affairs, human rights, women's empowerment, education, and social development.
Personal life
Sabikunnahar Munni is married to Advocate Matiur Rahman Akand. The couple married in 2000. Her husband is also known for his involvement in legal and political activities.[7]
Public Activities
Apart from politics and legal practice, Munni has participated in seminars, conferences, and training programs related to law, human rights, women's leadership, and civic engagement. She has been involved in initiatives aimed at increasing women's participation in public life and strengthening legal awareness among citizens.
See also
References
- "Who is Munni, the Jamaat nominee?". Jugantor. Retrieved 24 April 2026.
- "Reserved-seat MPs elected unopposed". Bangladesh Pratidin. Retrieved 30 April 2026.
- "Six of Jamaat's nominated MPs are former Chatri Sangstha leaders". Daily Amar Desh. Retrieved 30 April 2026.
- "Jamaat leader could not enter parliament, but his wife did". Kalbela. Retrieved 30 April 2026.
- "Who is Munni, the Jamaat nominee?". Jugantor. Retrieved 24 April 2026.
- "Reserved-seat MPs elected unopposed, gazette issued". Bangladesh Pratidin. Retrieved 30 April 2026.
- "Jamaat leader could not enter parliament, but his wife did". Kalbela. Retrieved 30 April 2026.