English Premier League outfit Newcastle United have appointed Dr Mehzeb Chowdhury as a member of the influential Independent Advisory Group.
The appointment marks an important milestone for Mehzeb as a Bangladeshi professional working in the United Kingdom, particularly within the football industry which has historically been one of the least diverse sports in the region.
Mehzeb is the son of Matiur Rahman Chowdhury, chief editor of the Daily Manabzamin, only tabloid newspaper in Bangladesh, and editor of the newspaper Mahbuba Chowdhury.
He is currently working as an assistant professor at Northumbria University in the UK.
Mehzeb has worked in a range of industries showing a strong commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
As an author, inventor, journalist, filmmaker and researcher, he has been appointed to bring his unique perspective and knowledge to the IAG, including contributing to the club's football priorities.
Earlier in the year, Mehzeb was appointed as an Inclusion Advisory Board member at England's premier grassroots football development and governance organization Northumberland Football Association.
His involvement there, and at Newcastle, will provide an essential perspective, helping to shape strategies and initiatives that promote good practice and governance at both professional and grassroots levels.
Mehzeb is associated with football for a long time.
He previously worked for the popular football media Gold.com, ESPN, Bleacher Report and vital football.
Mehzeb, who has been appointed for the next three seasons, will work with Newcastle staff, management and supporters on key projects.
