Bradford instructor is first Asian lady to be Lord Lieutenant

Born in Bradford, Prof Malik studied training on the University of Hull earlier than returning residence to show at Wellington Middle School for 2 years within the early Nineties.

She joined Bradford-based charity QED Foundation in 1992 and is at present the deputy chief government.

One of the standout moments of her profession was being on the board that secured her residence metropolis’s profitable bid to turn out to be the 2025 UK City of Culture.

“Having the chance to go for a bid of that kind and then winning it and delivering it has been really important to me personally, mainly because it’s about having something that the Bradford district can be very proud of,” she stated.

She stated that turning into the primary lady of Asian heritage to turn out to be a Lord Lieutenant had been achieved “through hard work, passion, determination and wanting to serve”.

“Anything is possible,” added Prof Malik, who was additionally West Yorkshire’s first lady of Asian heritage to turn out to be a High Sheriff.

“We’re living in a country that is very much open to that and gives people the opportunities if they have the right qualities and attitude.

“I feel that is what’s been confirmed right here.

“I’m hoping that, not just for the Asian community, but right across all our communities, it’s seen as a positive indication that we are the nation wanting to embrace different people to value public life.”

West Yorkshire Police’s chief constable John Robins stated: “Adeeba worked very closely with the emergency services during her year as High Sheriff and I very much look forward to working with her in this new role.”

The appointment was additionally welcomed by the Bishop of Bradford, the Right Rev Toby Howarth, who stated: “Adeeba has all the necessary qualities that will enable her to reach across all West Yorkshire communities and promote social cohesion.”