THE NEW Mayor of Rugby aims to champion the theme of peaceful coexistence during her year in office.
Coun Nooria Sayani was appointed Mayor at Rugby Borough Council’s annual meeting.
She has represented Newbold and Brownsover Ward since 2023.
A broadcast journalist, Coun Sayani enjoys travel and her interests include poetry, philosophy and collecting Islamic artefacts, with her collection exhibited at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.
Coun Sayani has chosen ‘pluralism’ as her Mayoral theme, embracing community, compassion and cohesion to build a strong, civil society.
Coun Sayani says she wants to strengthen civic partnerships across the borough to foster greater compassion and community cohesion, and ensure Rugby remains a place where people from all backgrounds feel connected and valued.
She has chosen to support three charities during her term – EquIP, RoSA and the Aga Khan Foundation.
EQuIP – the Warwickshire equality and inclusion partnership – works to eliminate discrimination by providing support, advice and training across the county.
RoSA, formed in 1991, offers an independent support service for survivors of rape, sexual violence and sexual abuse living in and around Rugby.
And the Aga Khan Foundation, founded in 1973, works to tackle the root causes of poverty and improve the quality of life for communities in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
Coun Sayani said: “As the historic birthplace of rugby football, the town has developed a strong community identity centred on co-operation, volunteering and public engagement, working in partnership through the decades.
“These organisations are the lifeblood of Rugby and each Mayoral year celebrates and recognises these contributions, while adapting and building upon an inclusive vision that strengthens community participation, social responsibility and civic pride.
“This inclusive tradition reflects Rugby’s enduring values of teamwork, respect and service to the wider community.”
Coun Neil Sandison, who represents Eastland Ward, was appointed Deputy Mayor of Rugby at the council’s annual meeting.
Visit www.equipequality.org.uk, https://rosasupport.org and https://akf.org/country/united-kingdom for information on the Mayor’s charities.
Call 01788 533523 or email [email protected] to support the charities.
