Yasmine Dar says she was born in Doncaster but 'made in Manchester' as she becomes the city's Lord Mayor.
Addressing the meeting, she said she moved to Manchester when she was three years old.said her first experience of supporting others came through the textile and haberdashery business run by her mother, Zubaida Dar.
Describing it as a community hub, she said she would help customers fill in forms and advocate for them. In 2009, she set up the charity "Community on Solid Ground", which is now an award-winning service used by more than 400 young people each week.She said: "I will always push for self-belief and self-empowerment, as well as standing up for peace, justice and human rights and equality for all."
Councillor Paul Andrews was appointed deputy Lord Mayor and will take over the ceremonial role in 12 months' time.Why not follow BBC North West on
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