Our Team
Meet the leadership team behind BlackHRPC
Our vision is that emerging and experienced Black HR Professionals across Canada will have access to professional success, networks and development to prosper in the field.
Tanya Sinclair is an award-winning HR Executive providing strategic leadership, advocacy, policy development and diversity guidance to corporations and the community. Tanya holds a Master of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Royal Roads University and holds the Certified Human Resources Executive CHRE designation along with the Distinguished HR Professional DHRP. Tanya founded BlackHRPC in 2020 through her desire to directly discover, connect and empower all Black HR professionals in Canada. Tanya’s leadership philosophy is lead, learn, laugh.
Dean serves as the Chair of the Black HRPC and is the Director, Consulting at Strasity Inc. He holds a Master’s in Human Resources Management (HRM) and a Certificate in Leadership and Inclusion from Centennial College, and is currently completing his PhD in HRM at York University.
Miriam Mutale Simmonds holds a degree in Sociology and Social Anthropology, an advanced diploma in Human Resources Management, and a Master’s degree in Industrial Relations. Miriam brings a people-centred approach to human resources, with a focus on employee retention, leadership development, employee engagement, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures.
Miriam is passionate about creating opportunities for connection, mentorship, and professional development, particularly for Black professionals navigating the workplace. Her work is grounded in a commitment to EDIA as well as a belief that meaningful change happens when organizations intentionally address barriers and create pathways for underrepresented voices to lead and thrive.
Miriam is dedicated to building a strong and connected community of Black human resources professionals. As the leader of Black HR Professionals Nova Scotia, a chapter of Black Human Resources Professionals of Canada (BlackHRPC), she planned the first Black HR Professionals Summit in Nova Scotia, creating a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, leadership development, and meaningful conversations about the experiences and contributions of Black professionals in human resources.
Outside of her professional and community commitments, Miriam loves spending time with her family and friends.
Amuna Baraka-Clarke is a senior HR executive who has spent over three decades in the public and charitable sector where she currently leads people strategies that strengthen organizational performance, leadership capability and workplace culture. She is committed to advancing people-centered practices that enable both employees and organizations to succeed.
Jonah Ssenyange is a speaker, facilitator, and consultant who currently works as a People Services Consultant with the City of Toronto. Guided by African philosophy that speaks to the humanity in each of us, he is on a mission to inspire leaders to take action and leave a lasting legacy of kindness.
Tanya Sinclair
Executive Director, Board Secretary & Founder
Tanya Sinclair is an award-winning HR Executive providing strategic leadership, advocacy, policy development and diversity guidance to corporations and the community. Tanya holds a Master of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Royal Roads University and holds the Certified Human Resources Executive CHRE designation along with the Distinguished HR Professional DHRP. Tanya founded BlackHRPC in 2020 through her desire to directly discover, connect and empower all Black HR professionals in Canada. Tanya’s leadership philosophy is lead, learn, laugh.
Dean Delpeache
Board Chair
Dean serves as the Chair of the Black HRPC and is the Director, Consulting at Strasity Inc. He holds a Master’s in Human Resources Management (HRM) and a Certificate in Leadership and Inclusion from Centennial College, and is currently completing his PhD in HRM at York University.
Miriam Mutale Simmonds
Board Member
Miriam Mutale Simmonds holds a degree in Sociology and Social Anthropology, an advanced diploma in Human Resources Management, and a Master’s degree in Industrial Relations. Miriam brings a people-centred approach to human resources, with a focus on employee retention, leadership development, employee engagement, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures.
Miriam is passionate about creating opportunities for connection, mentorship, and professional development, particularly for Black professionals navigating the workplace. Her work is grounded in a commitment to EDIA as well as a belief that meaningful change happens when organizations intentionally address barriers and create pathways for underrepresented voices to lead and thrive.
Miriam is dedicated to building a strong and connected community of Black human resources professionals. As the leader of Black HR Professionals Nova Scotia, a chapter of Black Human Resources Professionals of Canada (BlackHRPC), she planned the first Black HR Professionals Summit in Nova Scotia, creating a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, leadership development, and meaningful conversations about the experiences and contributions of Black professionals in human resources.
Outside of her professional and community commitments, Miriam loves spending time with her family and friends.
Amuna Baraka-Clarke
Board Vice Chair
Amuna Baraka-Clarke is a senior HR executive who has spent over three decades in the public and charitable sector where she currently leads people strategies that strengthen organizational performance, leadership capability and workplace culture. She is committed to advancing people-centered practices that enable both employees and organizations to succeed.
Jonah Ssenyange
Board Treasurer
Jonah Ssenyange is a speaker, facilitator, and consultant who currently works as a People Services Consultant with the City of Toronto. Guided by African philosophy that speaks to the humanity in each of us, he is on a mission to inspire leaders to take action and leave a lasting legacy of kindness.