- Chairperson – Ruth Ayantokun
- Chairperson – Ruth Ayantokun
- Chairperson – Ruth Ayantokun
- Executive Director - Dr. Elisha Ayantokun
- Secretary – Ayobola Akanni
- Treasurer – Seun Aribilola
- Head of Human Resources - Omolayo Olusegun
- Human Resources Director – Omolayo Olusegun
- Projects/ Programs Director/ Treasurer – Seun Aribilola
- Volunteer Director/ Secretary – Ayobola Akanni
- Research and Media/Publicity Director – Zacchaeus Somorin
- Development Director – Dr Titilope Ogunlade
- Financial Record Volunteer – Ayokunle Laleye
- Children and Women Initiative Manager – Sherifat Mustapha
- Women Rescue Initiative Volunteer – Ajeh Dale
- Youth Innovation and Research Volunteer – Ayobami Popoola
- Media Manager/Visual Artist – Oluwatosin Oladipo
- Immigrant Consultant – Simon Deek
- Barrister & Solicitor, Notary Public – Julianah Famurewa
Ruth Ayantokun
Ruth Ayantokun serves as the Chairperson of Youth for Purpose Canada. She has amassed over two decades of experiencŕe as a youth mentor and trainer. She possesses a bachelor's degree in accounting, as well as diplomas in Early Childhood Education and Personal Support Work. Ms. Ayantokun is deeply committed to making a positive impact in the lives of disadvantaged seniors, youth, and children, as she strives to alleviate their challenges and improve their well-being.
Dr. Elisha Ayantokun
In addition to serving as Senior Pastor of Christ Apostolic Church Mount Bethel, Dr. Elisha Ayantokun is the Executive Director of Youth for Purpose Canada. He is also a motivational speaker, counselor, and missionary. He has close to three decades of work experience with youths and the youth ministry has given him the opportunity and passion to mentor thousands of youths across the globe. Furthermore, he is a versatile, talented, and qualified youth service worker. He holds a Nigeria Certificate in Accounting Education, a Bachelor of Religious Education, a Diploma in Missions, a Master’s degree in Bible and Theology, a Diploma in Medical Office Administration, a Diploma in Immigration Consultant, a Diploma in Personal Support Worker and Doctor of Philosophy in Divinity (PhD).
Omolayo Olusegun
Omolayo Olusegun serves as a member of the board of directors and holds the position of head of human resources at Youth for Purpose Canada. She is a Registered Practical Nurse with a strong dedication to working with individuals, particularly vulnerable populations such as women, children, and youth, viewing this work as a significant service to God. From 2017 to 2018, she actively volunteered at YMCA Montreal in Quebec, where she made valuable contributions prior to her relocation to Ontario.
Dr Titilope Ogunlade
Dr Titilope Ogunlade has been the main stakeholder and Program Officer with International Non-Donor Agencies such as ICAP, USAID, PEPFAR and KNCV to help curb and eradicate the scourge of HIV/AIDS and TB in communities with the high prevalence rates of morbidly and mortality. She has worked in the private hospitals giving care to all kinds of clients. Having graduated as a Medical Doctor she went further to obtain a Master in Health Mgt all in Nigeria. Presently in Canada, she holds a DEP, PSW PDSB, HCW, and CPR Certification to work as a Caregiver in the Public and Private Health Sector. She's so passionate and caring about impacting lives and helping the sufferings of the disadvantaged and high-risk priority groups. Currently, she serves as the development director and the anchor of the Women Rescue Initiative at Youth for purpose Canada.
Governance
The Board of directors is the governing board of the organization. Each member has personal, legal, and financial responsibilities. Board members are volunteers and are expected to attend meetings, make financial decisions, fundraise and promote the organization to the public. The Board makes final decisions on the overall direction of the organization of Directors.
Ayobola Akanni
Administration
Our Team
Youth For Purpose Canada’s administration includes everyone helping to run the organization’s programs and fundraising efforts. The primary role in a non-profit’s administration is the executive director/chief executive officer. This role is responsible for overseeing all administration and program staff. The Executive Director develops the organization’s strategic plan and budget and regularly reports directly to the board.
Executive Director/ Chief Executive Officer – Dr. Elisha Ayantokun
Programs
The professionals who work directly with our non-profit to achieve its mission are part of this area. Fundraising, Human resources, marketing, volunteers, and other staff who work directly with beneficiaries and donors will fall under programs on our organizational chart.
Seun Aribilola
A farmer, investment analyst, and social entrepreneur. He is the CEO of Praxis Farms in Windsor Essex, specializing in the production of Afro- Caribbean vegetables and tuber crops in Canada - an initiative that was envisioned to combat food insecurity among African communities living in Canada. He is a passionate youth leader with over twenty years of work experience in different youth organizations and currently, he serves as the projects and programs director at Youth for Purpose Canada.
Zacchaeus Somorin
Adedoja Durojaye
Immigration Legal Support Staff.
Sherifat Mustapha
She is a certified personal support worker and addiction support worker having a lot of experience in community service. Moreover, as a certified addiction and community worker, she focuses on addiction treatment among immigrant boys, girls, and women. She holds a Diploma in addiction recovery support for youth and families. Serving at Youth for Purpose Canada as Children and Women Initiative Manager.
Ajeh Dale
She is the Chief Executive Officer/Founder of African Women on Mission. She holds a Bachelor of Community Mental Health and has worked with clients of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. She has received recognition for her excellent interpersonal and communication abilities working as a Support Worker, Crisis Intervention Worker, Social Service Worker, and volunteers at the Women Rescue Initiative of Youth for Purpose Canada.
Ayokunle Laleye
Ayokunle Laleye is a seasoned financial professional with over fifteen years of experience in the Finance and Banking sectors. He possesses great experience working and also volunteering in many NGOs organization. Presently works as the Chief Accountant for Gem Kids Scarborough Canada. Also serves as a financial record volunteer at Youth for Purpose Canada.
Ayobami Popoola
Ayo Popoola is a seasoned Banker, a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), and a certified IT service manager (ITIL). He has passionately and successfully mentored hundreds of Youths spread across the globe with over 20 years of experience working in the Youth ministry. He holds a Masters’ degree in Business Administration and a Masters’ degree in Food Science and Technology. Currently, youth innovation and research volunteer at Youth for Purpose Canada.
Julianah Famurewa
(Managing Director, Barrister and Solicitor, Notary Public) JOOFAM Law and volunteer at community service of Youth for Purpose Canada.
Simon Deek
(MANAGING DIRECTOR, RCIC) Woodhaven Immigration Services and volunteer at community service of Youth for Purpose Canada.
Dorcas Osakwe
A Human Rights Advocate. York University Graduate of Human Rights and Equity Studies Certified Human Rights Consultant with US Institute for Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR). Currently serving as an advocate for child and youth development at Youth for Purpose Canada.