About HOPAP
Building resilient leaders through faith, wisdom, and international collaboration since December 2015.
Our Mission
To develop resilient leaders who can navigate challenges with wisdom, integrity, and faith. We equip leaders with the tools, networks, and spiritual foundation needed to lead effectively during times of crisis and uncertainty, creating lasting positive change in their communities and nations.
Our Vision
A world where leaders at all levels are equipped with faith-based principles, practical skills, and international networks to create resilient communities that thrive even in the face of adversity. We envision a global movement of leaders who lead with compassion, wisdom, and unwavering integrity.
Our Story
HOPAP was founded in December 2015 by a group of faith leaders and professionals who recognized the urgent need for leadership development that integrates spiritual principles with practical skills.
What began as a small gathering of 50 leaders has grown into an international movement, with our annual "Riding Out The Storm" forum now attracting over 800 participants from 45+ countries.
Over the past 10 years, we've trained more than 2,500 leaders, published groundbreaking research on faith-based leadership, and created a global network of resilient leaders who are making a difference in their communities.
Today, HOPAP continues to expand its reach and impact, offering year-round programs, resources, and support to leaders worldwide who are committed to leading with faith, wisdom, and integrity.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Faith-Centered
We believe that authentic leadership is rooted in spiritual principles and guided by faith.
Collaborative
We foster international partnerships and cross-cultural collaboration for greater impact.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparent operations.
Innovation
We continuously adapt our approaches to meet the evolving needs of leaders worldwide.
Our Leadership Team
Meet the dedicated leaders guiding HOPAP's mission
Pastor Dr. Tinuola Babafemi Nakey
CEO & Global Convenor
Pastor Dr. Tinuola Babafemi Nakey is a Nigerian-Canadian social entrepreneur, pastor, restaurateur, and founder of the House of Praise and Prayer (HOPAP). She is the visionary behind Project Feed 5000 — inspired by the biblical feeding of the 5,000 — launched in January 2019 to combat food insecurity in Ontario, with a bold goal to eradicate hunger in Ontario by 2029. Through HOPAP's food pantry and community kitchen, she provides daily hot and cold meals to individuals, families, the homeless, and the less privileged. She is also the Global Convenor of the Riding Out The Storm International Leadership Forum, uniting leaders from over 45 countries to develop resilient, faith-anchored leadership worldwide.
Amb. (Dr.) Oyedokun A. Oyewole, FIIM
Team Leader & Leadership Board Member
Amb. (Dr.) Oyedokun A. Oyewole, FIIM is an internationally recognized governance and digital transformation leader with over two decades of executive experience across Africa, Australia, Europe, and North America. He is the International President of the Institute of Information Management (IIM) Africa and the Founder of the International University of Information Management (IUIM), headquartered in Denver, Colorado, USA.
Vicky Wong
Leadership Board Member
Vicky Wong is an international speaker, ordained minister, author, and humanitarian leader committed to empowering communities across cultures. She is the founder of SEEDS, a Canadian charity focused on leadership development and discipleship, and International Teams Mission Toronto (ITMT), mobilizing mission teams locally and globally. An ordained minister with Kingdom Covenant International Fellowship, she has trained leaders across Canada, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, and is the author of Evangelism Today and The Alchemist.
Pastor Luel Declarador
Leadership Board Member
Pastor Luel Declarador is a globally recognized missionary and evangelist with a heart for reaching nations with the Gospel. Serving as the Senior Pastor of Gods Kingdom Fellowship in Mississauga, Ontario, he has dedicated his life to discipleship, church planting, and cross-cultural ministry. His evangelistic work has taken him across continents, bringing transformative spiritual impact to communities around the world. Pastor Luel is known for his passionate preaching, compassionate leadership, and unwavering commitment to the Great Commission.