The BDA Honours recognise and reward BDA members who go above and beyond, those who inspire others and are making a real difference.
Fellowship is the highest honour which the Association can bestow upon a member in recognition of their achievements. Fellowship of the Association was first awarded in 1979 and more than 100 Fellowships have been awarded since. Fellowship is nominated by peers and reflects outstanding personal commitment and exceptional contribution to the profession of dietetics and to the activities of the BDA.
The Professional Achievement honour, launched in 2023, is given in recognition of outstanding personal commitment and exceptional contributions to the profession of dietetics.
Honorary Associate is bestowed upon an individual who is not a member of the BDA and has made an exceptional contribution to the advancement of the dietetic profession and/or to the activities of the BDA.
The Ibex is an honour created to thank any member of the BDA who has shown significant personal commitment and contributions to the profession either locally, regionally or in a dietetic specialism.
The Edith Elliot Honour recognises a significant contribution for over five years, by members at any stage in their career.
Find out how to nominate someone for a Fellowship, Professional Achievement, Honorary Associate, Ibex or Edith Elliot Honour. Find out more about our annual Roll of Honour here.
Recent honours recipients
Michelle Wardrop: Edith Elliot 2025
Michelle received the Edith Elliot Honour in recognition of her significant and sustained personal commitment and contribution to the profession locally and in Scotland.
Read more about Michelle's career
Azmina Govindji: Fellowship 2024
Azmina Govindji received a Fellowship in recognition of her outstanding personal commitment to championing the voice of dietetics and the BDA.
Azmina Govindji: Fellowship 2024
Tanya Rumney: Ibex 2025
Tanya has worked tirelessly to grow the profession and provide new opportunities for dietitians. She has worked with the BDA to lead and champion the initial development and delivery of several new dietetic roles including Primary Care/First Contact and Advanced Practice, with professionalism and dynamism.
Read more about Tanya's career
Michelle Wardrop: Edith Elliot 2025
Michelle received the Edith Elliot Honour in recognition of her significant and sustained personal commitment and contribution to the profession locally and in Scotland.
Read more about Michelle's career
Azmina Govindji: Fellowship 2024
Azmina Govindji received a Fellowship in recognition of her outstanding personal commitment to championing the voice of dietetics and the BDA.
Azmina Govindji: Fellowship 2024
Tanya Rumney: Ibex 2025
Tanya has worked tirelessly to grow the profession and provide new opportunities for dietitians. She has worked with the BDA to lead and champion the initial development and delivery of several new dietetic roles including Primary Care/First Contact and Advanced Practice, with professionalism and dynamism.
Read more about Tanya's career
Michelle Wardrop: Edith Elliot 2025
Michelle received the Edith Elliot Honour in recognition of her significant and sustained personal commitment and contribution to the profession locally and in Scotland.
Read more about Michelle's career
Below is a list of all past winners:
