One New York Summit Celebrates Interfaith Leadership

Sub Heading : COPO’s Mohammad Razvi receives Bridge Builder Award

NYN Special Correspondent :
Faith leaders and community partners from across New York State gathered at the One New York Interfaith Summit, where Mohammad Razvi, CEO of the Council of Peoples Organization (COPO), received the Bridge Builder Award for his leadership in interfaith collaboration and community service.
COPO attended the summit as part of a broader gathering centered on cooperation among religious and civic communities. The event brought together representatives from different backgrounds with a shared focus on building stronger relationships, supporting communities, and encouraging dialogue across faith traditions.
A central moment for COPO came when Mohammad Razvi was honored with the Bridge Builder Award. The recognition highlighted his work in bringing people together and strengthening community ties through interfaith engagement. COPO described the honor as a reflection of Razvi’s leadership and continued dedication to collaboration among diverse communities.
In a statement following the summit, COPO said it was proud to celebrate its CEO for receiving the award and recognized his role in advancing partnerships among faith groups and community organizations. The organization also expressed appreciation for the summit’s effort to create a space where religious leaders and community partners from across the state could connect.
The award also reflected the wider purpose of interfaith work in New York, where communities from many religious and cultural traditions often share neighborhoods, institutions, and public concerns. Programs such as the One New York Interfaith Summit create opportunities for leaders to build relationships, exchange ideas, and support efforts rooted in mutual respect.
For COPO, the recognition of Mohammad Razvi marked a significant moment for the organization and its work with diverse communities. The Bridge Builder Award placed a spotlight on leadership built through cooperation, dialogue, and service.
COPO congratulated Razvi on the honor and reaffirmed its pride in his efforts to strengthen communities through interfaith collaboration.

COPO’s Mohammad Razvi receives Bridge Builder Award

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