Millen Magese receives 1st ever BET Global Good Award for Humanitarian work

Portia Arthur

July 22, 2015 2:46 PM

Milen Magese received BET International‘s 1st ever Global Good recipient for her humanitarian services in Africa

Millen Magese

Ex-Miss Tanzania & model Millen Magese has been honoured with the BET International‘s 1st ever Global Good recipient – an award given to highlight the humanitarian efforts of global personalities and celebrities in communities around the world.

Millen has been campaigning to raise awareness for Endometriosis in Africa.

From recruiting others to help in her vision to starting up campaigns like #ManyFacesofEndo and events to spread the word, Millen has gone the extra mile in ensuring that more Africans are aware of this health issue – one she is dealing with herself.

She was given the award by African designer, David Tlale.

The beauty queen shared her joy on Instagram with a photo captioned:

“As the time draws closer, memories of the struggle with Endometriosis come flooding in. There have been many times where I questioned why I had to go through such pain. I kept my silence for so long, ashamed of what might be said.

Endometriosis is so misunderstood on may levels. After speaking out, many times I wanted top stop and go back into hiding, but I had already set an example I couldnt retract. Today I stand tall on the shoulders of that decision and I thank each and every one who has supported me and my journey. Special thanks to for honoring me with the Global Good Award. Our voice has been heard".

Portia Arthur