John K. Atoyebi is a dual-licensed lawyer, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) professional whose work spans community initiatives, governance, and public service. He is the founder of the British Columbia Black Advocacy Society, which connects individuals and families with resources and support, and of the African-Canadian Agricultural Producers Cooperative, which advances access to culturally relevant food. He also led the “Black Voices in Democracy” summit, mobilizing Black civic engagement across the province.
His governance roles include serving as Secretary of the Vancouver General Hospital Thrift Store Board and participating on advisory bodies such as the City of Vancouver Persons with Disabilities Advisory Committee and the Vancouver Heritage Commission (2024). He also mentors individuals navigating systems like immigration, employment, and education, and organizes mentorship opportunities for youth and professionals.
John works as an Investigator with the BC Ombudsperson, focusing on administrative fairness and promoting accountability in public-sector organizations. His background includes legal practice, judicial administration, human rights, and consulting, as well as serving as a Magistrate and District Court Judge in Nigeria and working as a court clerk and EDI Consultant advising public institutions in British Columbia.
