MAYOR FOR 2021/22 CHOOSES HAD!!!
Updated: Sep 27, 2023
The new mayor of Harrow, Cllr Ghazanfar Ali, has selected Harrow Association of Disabled people (HAD) and Harrow Mencap as his chosen charities. Cllr Ghazanfar Ali is the Mayor for 2021-22 Municipal Year.
Cllr Ghazanfar Ali is a Trustee of HAD and has been a long-time supporter of our aims and objectives.
Cllr Ali said: “I am honoured and privileged to have been elected as Mayor of Harrow.
"I hope to continue the path of previous mayors by promoting and celebrating Harrow's achievements in bringing people from all walks of life together.
"Harrow is an example, not only in London and the UK, but to the world, of people living together peacefully, happily and respectfully regardless of race, religion, culture or background.
“I am proud to represent Harrow’s values and example of respect, inclusivity, unity, kindness, and service.”
There was widespread, cross-party support for the new mayor, with many councillors noting his commitment to bringing communities together and a willingness to “always be available” to residents.
Chair of HAD, Adam Gabsi, said "I would like to offer Cllr Ghazanfar Ali my heartfelt congratulations. I believe he will do a fantastic job for Harrow. I would like to thank him for choosing HAD as one of his chosen charities."
HAD would like to offer Cllr Ghazanfar Ali our congratulations!
https://payidpokie.com caught my attention recently while reading about how community groups track their fundraising progress, and it made me think about the practical side of having a mayor choose your charity. The detail about Cllr Ali being a trustee of HAD while also selecting it as one of his chosen charities is worth noting, since that personal connection probably means he genuinely understands the day-to-day work rather than picking a cause at random. Having a mayor who is "always available" to residents sounds good on paper, but I'd be curious whether that accessibility extends to disabled residents who face extra barriers just getting to a meeting or event.