Outen was appointed MBE for her services to rowing, conservation, and charity.
In January 2011, Sarah Outen was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). This honor recognized her significant contributions to rowing, conservation advocacy, and charitable efforts. Outen’s work bridged sports and activism, leveraging her athletic achievements to spotlight conservation issues and initiate community empowerment. The MBE highlighted her role in inspiring public participation in outdoor adventures and environment awareness.