First representative of Corby Muslim community to receive House of Lords recognition
'Throughout my life I have dedicated myself to serving the community'
A distinguished community leader and public servant, Eyusuf Chaudhury (chairman of Corby Muslim Association), is a pioneering figure of British-Bangladeshi heritage.
As the first British born child of the Chaudhury family being born in the King's College Hospital in 1971, he has dedicated over 30 years to serving his community.
Notable achievements include: First British-Bangladeshi Councillor for Corby Borough Council (2011), Labour party representative for Great Oakley Ward, Chairman of Corby Muslim Community (CMA), Dedicated advocate for Corby Central Masjid (Mosque), Madrasah (Arabic Classes) and Muslim Burial Area and Regular contributor to charities etc.
Due to this, The House Of Lords gave recognition to Mr Chaudhury for outstanding dedication to exceptional contribution to the community & charitable work, presented by Lord Rami Ranger FRSA.
During the presentation Mr Chaudhury said: "Alhamdulillah. I am truly grateful and honoured to have received this recognition from Lord Rami Ranger today in the historic House of Lords.
"In truth, I still question whether I am worthy of such an honour. Throughout my life I have dedicated myself to serving the community.
"That service has given me immense joy, and the appreciation of those I have sought to help never fails to bring a smile to my face.
"My sincere thanks to our dynamic young rising star, Councillor Naz Islam, for nominating me.
"This recognition is a blessing for Corby Central Masjid and the wider community. Thank you once again to Lord Rami Ranger and Councillor Naz Islam.
"I am also deeply grateful to Solicitor Prince Sadiq Chaudhury LL.M (Trustee CMA), for inspiring me from the very beginning."