31st October 2024
We are delighted to announce that Suzanne Jackson, a dedicated member of South Yorkshire Police and KN trained officer, has been awarded an MBE for her outstanding contributions to the prevention of violence against women and girls. This prestigious honour recognises Suzanne’s unwavering commitment to creating safer communities and advancing efforts to protect vulnerable individuals.
Throughout her career, Suzanne has been a tireless advocate for women’s safety, working at the forefront of initiatives aimed at reducing violence and supporting survivors. Her work has not only impacted countless lives across South Yorkshire but has also set a standard of excellence and dedication that serves as an inspiration to all of us.
Suzanne’s approach combines expertise, compassion, and a drive for systemic change. Her efforts have been instrumental in raising awareness and building programmes that provide vital resources and protections for women and girls. This award is a testament to her enduring dedication and the significant impact of her work. Karma Nirvana have worked with Suzanne for nearly 10 years, after she trained with us in 2015, and Suzanne is a true advocate for women experiencing HBA across South Yorkshire.
After receiving the award, Suzanne shared her thoughts on the honour and her ongoing commitment to this critical work:
It has been an amazing experience. I am grateful for the support of my family, friends, team and managers and their pride in my achievements.
But the important people are those who I have been able to safeguard from violence and abuse throughout my career, this is for you. My hope is that this continues to raise awareness of the issues of Female Genital Mutilation, Honour Based Abuse and Forced Marriage and I will carry on working with my dedicated colleagues to ensure we keep protecting vulnerable people from harm.
Please join us in celebrating Suzanne Jackson and her remarkable achievements. Her MBE is a well-deserved recognition of her years of service, advocacy, and transformative contributions to preventing violence against women and girls. A massive congratulations to Suzanne from all of us at Karma Nirvana!
