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New York, NY
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on February 27, 2025, announced new appointments within the Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit (CAU), elevating current members of the City Hall team as well as bringing in new talent to further strengthen the administration’s engagement with the Muslim community. As part of the announcement, New York City Police Department’s (NYPD) Detective Mohamed Amen has been appointed as Muslim senior advisor, Mahedi Hasan has been appointed as Muslim liaison, Famod Konneh has been elevated to Deputy commissioner/ethnic outreach, and Atia Shahnaz will continue to serve in her role as Muslim women liaison.
Elaborating the rationale behind these appointments and promotions, Mayor Adams said, “Our government must reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, and that’s exactly what these key appointments and promotions will do for the Muslim community. New York City’s strength lies in our communities and the individuals we’re announcing today will well represent our Muslim brothers and sisters across New York City as well as all New Yorkers. Their work will support our focus on making our city safer, more affordable, and the best place to raise a family.”
New York City is the most diverse city in the world and the Adams administration is deeply committed to fostering representation for city’s diverse communities. The NYC Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit is a testament to the Adams administration’s commitment in making this government reflective of the city it serves.
