With over 15 years of dedicated experience in disability support, mental health advocacy, and community development, Emmanuel Animodi brings a profound commitment to empowering marginalized populations across Ontario. As the driving force behind Afro Canadian Development, he combines hands-on expertise in autism intervention, addiction counselling, and youth mentorship with a passion for systemic change.

Under Emmanuel’s leadership, Afro Canadian Development has grown from a local initiative to a vital community resource, delivering programs that address education gaps, employment barriers, and essential needs for underserved families. His strategic vision has been instrumental in establishing key partnerships with various organizations in our community.

Driven by values of equity, collaboration, and empowerment, Emmanuel’s leadership ensures Afro Canadian Development delivers tangible solutions for Ontario’s underserved populations while fostering long-term community resilience.

Dr. Kissanga Ndongabantu brings a unique blend of medical expertise, humanitarian leadership, and cross-cultural advocacy to Afro Canadian Development’s Board of Directors. A former family physician in Angola, he has dedicated his career to serving vulnerable populations across two continents, from delivering healthcare in African hospitals to supporting seniors and newcomers in Canada with compassion and cultural competence. With over 10 years of medical and settlement experience, he guides the organization’s refugee and immigrant programs, ensuring alignment with Canada’s human rights principles. Dr. Ndongabantu champions trauma-informed resettlement strategies for seniors, adults, and youth, addressing both health and social integration barriers. He has designed community initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and advises on health equity partnerships to bridge gaps in care for marginalized newcomers.

Jodiann Campbell is a dedicated psychology graduate with more than five years of experience supporting individuals in community-based mental health settings. Her work focuses on delivering compassionate, client-centered care that fosters emotional well-being and personal growth.

Jodiann’s expertise spans individualized care planning, mental health advocacy, and the implementation of evidence-informed strategies that promote resilience and self-empowerment. Her commitment to promoting mental health awareness and fostering meaningful change reflects her passion for supporting individuals and strengthening communities.