Our Board of Directors
The Board of Hope for Community Development is entrusted with the oversight of the organization’s operations, ensuring that its activities align with established goals and values. The Board monitors progress diligently and provides guidance informed by their collective experience and expertise.
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Treshanna Williams - Chair
Treshanna Williams leads the board, setting its agenda, guiding discussions, and ensuring members are engaged and informed. She oversees strategic planning, ensuring the board sets clear goals aligned with the organization's mission and vision.
Treshanna Williams serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Johnson Children Services and Adult Foster Care Inc. She is a certified life skills coach and a trauma-informed yoga teacher (YTT200). Treshanna holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in the Humanities from York University.
In 2014, Treshanna embarked on a transformative journey, founding BeTenacious365 with a mission to heal the world, one womb at a time. Her dedication is focused on guiding young women to reconnect with themselves and realign with their life purposes, fostering empowerment and self-discovery.
As a testament to her commitment to community development, Treshanna co-founded The 7 Creative Community in 2018. This initiative was born from her desire to empower residents of TCHC to become active, healthy, and engaged citizens. Through meaningful leadership roles and the development of community initiatives, The 7CC addresses longstanding issues, making a lasting impact on the lives of those served.
Osaretin Igbinedion - Vice - Chair
Osaretin Igbinedion's role includes supporting the Board Chair by ensuring adherence to governance best practices, including compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. He helps implement effective policies and procedures and assists in developing and training board members to enhance their skills and knowledge for better service to the organization.
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Osaretin Igbinedion is a Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience. He enjoys working in the healthcare industry. It can be a challenging career, but extremely rewarding. His success in providing quality care to patients across Ontario stems from his proven leadership skills coupled with an aptitude for providing the best care and exceeding hospitals and medical facilities expectations. Osaretin is a graduate of York University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Toronto. He is also a singer and a songwriter.
Casseta Brown - Director
Casseta Brown oversees the organization's performance, ensuring it meets goals and stays within legal and ethical boundaries. She monitors financial activities, evaluates program effectiveness, and supports the executive team with resources, mentorship, professional development, and succession planning.
Casseta Brown is an experienced community leader and Minister of Religion. She has professional experience working with and supporting people with disabilities. She also serves as the Public Relations Officer for Grace Gospel Bible Institute and is part of the Planning Committee.
Trokon Tee Gbaryue Davis - Director
Trokon Davis is tasked with building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, such as donors, partners, and community members. His responsibilities include representing the organization at various events, advocating for its mission, and fostering collaborative partnerships. He also contributes to the development and implementation of policies that govern the organization's operations and governance. This entails establishing guidelines for risk management, compliance, and performance evaluation.
Trokon Davis is a seasoned professional in behavioral and mental health with over two decades of experience in non-profit management, counseling, and social services. He holds a BSC in Agronomy and a certificate in family therapy. Davis has worked extensively with children with disabilities and is committed to learning and sharing his expertise. He is married to Professor Nancy Reeves Davis, and they have three children and four grandchildren. Davis enjoys playing volleyball and other sports.
Amara Sesay - Director
Amara Sesay is a dedicated community leader known for his commitment to governance and transparency in organizational activities. As a director at Hope for Community Development, he ensures adherence to laws, regulations, and best practices by staying informed about industry standards and participating in audits.
Amara has a background in overseeing and supporting the development and outreach of programs. He combines his leadership skills with his passion for entrepreneurship, often producing creative projects either collaboratively or independently.
His achievements in Business Administration have shape his approach to systems transformation and anti-oppressive community organizing.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Amara is passionate about soccer, digital literacy, and fostering connections among people and cultures. His diverse interests and dedication to community service establish him as a prominent individual in Ontario.
Sally Kabba - Director
Sally is a visionary entrepreneur renowned for her innovative approach and commitment to sustainable business practices. As director of Hope for Community Development, she brings a dynamic blend of entrepreneurial wisdom and steadfast public service to her role.
Beyond her professional achievements, Sally is actively involved in community service. She volunteers her time mentoring young entrepreneurs and supporting various environmental causes. Her commitment to social responsibility extends to her personal life, where she strives to lead by example, embracing a zero-waste lifestyle and advocating for sustainable living.
Sally 's entrepreneurial spirit, combined with her dedication to environmental stewardship, positions her as a trailblazer in the green business sector. Her multifaceted expertise and passion for sustainable innovation continue to inspire others and drive positive change in the world.
Sally resides in Toronto with her family and enjoys hiking, organic gardening, an