Imam Ahmed Ali

Imam Ahmed Ali Uzir is currently serving in the New York City government as the first-ever Pakistani Muslim Commissioner on the New York City Commission of Racial Equity.

He is a dedicated professional, deeply committed to public service, spiritual leadership, and community engagement. As an Auxiliary Captain in the 62nd Precinct and a Clergy Liaison in the 115th Precinct of the New York Police Department, he plays a vital role in strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and the community.

Imam Ahmed has also served as an Imam for the New York City Department of Corrections, offering spiritual guidance and compassionate support to inmates. He leads IQRA MASJID COMMUNITY AND TRADITION, a mosque that has been dedicated to promoting peace and unity in New York since 1996.

He is the Chief Chaplain in the United States Chaplain Force (USCF), actively supporting communities in times of need and crisis. His leadership spans across law enforcement, faith-based initiatives, and social outreach.

In New York State government, he made history as the first-ever Pakistani Imam appointed as a Senior Advisor in the New York State Assembly, Office of Assemblymember William Colton. In this role, he provides strategic legislative advice and leads key community initiatives.

His exceptional service during the COVID-19 pandemic earned him recognition as a COVID-19 Hero from Eric Adams, now the Mayor of New York City. He was also honored by the Government of Pakistan for his outstanding contributions to humanitarian service and interfaith harmony.

In 2025, he led the State of the City prayer in New York, one of the city’s most significant official events attended by senior government officials. He continues to lead official prayers at major New York City events each year.

He was also honored with the Cleric of the Year 2025 Award by Civil Aid Services (CAS)a 20-year-old organization in the United States with a historic presence in Hong Kong. This prestigious recognition marked a historic milestone, as he became the first Pakistani Muslim Imam to receive this award.

His work has been internationally recognized and featured in leading media outlets such as The New York Times, Vox, Al Jazeera, and TRT for his leadership in faith, community resilience, and public service.