Houston, TX — Saeed Sheikh, President of the Houston-Karachi Sister City Association, was honored with the Distinguished Community Leader and Humanitarian Award at the One People One World Gala hosted by Medical Bridges, Inc. The prestigious recognition celebrates Sheikh’s longstanding dedication to humanitarian service and global health advocacy.
In a heartfelt statement, Sheikh expressed his deep gratitude to Mr. Walter Ulrich, President & CEO of Medical Bridges, for the gracious recognition, as well as to the Board Chair, Board Members, and the entire Medical Bridges team for their exceptional leadership and commitment to advancing healthcare access for underserved communities.
“It was an inspiring evening attended by nearly 500 distinguished guests, including Honorable Consul General Muhammad Aftab Chaudhry of Pakistan, CEO Medical Bridges Javaid Siddiqui, and leading figures from the corporate, civic, and philanthropic sectors—united in their dedication to compassion, service, and global health equity,” Sheikh said.
Having collaborated with Medical Bridges for over a decade, Sheikh praised the organization’s transformative impact in repurposing surplus medical resources into lifesaving support for communities in need across the world.
“I am deeply humbled by this recognition and remain committed to advancing our shared mission of humanitarian service and healthcare access,” he added.
Medical Bridges, Inc. continues to be a vital force in bridging healthcare gaps globally, and Sheikh’s recognition underscores Houston’s leadership in fostering international collaboration and community-driven impact.
