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OUR TEAM
Our 2024/2025 Executive Team!
Georgia Campbell
Co-Chair
Métis Nation of Ontario (Red River Métis)
My Métis heritage and growing up in Northern Ontario together have shaped my interest in Indigenous Health and Wellbeing. I am excited for IHM’s upcoming podcast, which will explore the experiences, expertise, and involvement of Indigenous individuals!
Darci Debassige
Co-Chair
Anishinaabe (Ojibwe), M’Chigeeng First Nation, Caribou Clan
My interest in Indigenous Health stems from my own experiences as an Anishnaabe kwe (Ojibwe woman). I see the Indigenous Health topics IHM focuses on within my own life and community. Indigenous Health disparities and strengths are deeply personal to me. I’m looking forward to seeing the creativity in our executive team this year and for our upcoming podcast!
Dania Ihsan
Speaker Coordinator
IHM’s focus on advocacy, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration is incredibly important for equitable healthcare and creating sustainable and inclusive change – I look forward to deepening my understanding and hearing from the incredible guest speakers at our events.
Emma Robertson
Speaker Coordinator
Anishinaabe (Ojibwe), Red Rock Indian Band, Catfish clan
As an Anishinaabe kwe, Indigenous health and wellbeing is something that directly affects myself and my family. It is my aspiration to work in the healthcare system to provide holistic care to Indigenous communities. This year with IHM I am looking forward to connecting with inspiring Indigenous scholars and sharing their knowledge with a larger audience!
Dilakshi Jemeamlouis
Speaker Coordinator
I believe there is a lot of misunderstanding about Indigenous culture among settlers and I hope to share Indigenous perspectives to my community. I am excited to plan our Indigenous panel event and learn from these scholars.
Monica Yeom
Logistics Coordinator
I'm excited to be part of IHM and look forward to expanding my understanding of Indigenous health by engaging in culturally informed discussions and learning from Indigenous perspectives. I’m passionate about fostering health equity, supporting holistic approaches, and promoting Indigenous voices in healthcare initiatives this year.
Amee Scribe
Graphic Coordinator
Norway House Cree Nation
(Swampy Cree)
My interest in Indigenous health has been fostered not only by my background living on a reservation but also by my passion for the medical field. I’m so excited to help amplify this movement and Indigenous voices in healthcare by curating a platform that hopefully will help educate and inspire.
Esther Han
Graphic Coordinator
Having had the privilege of visiting local reserves and hearing Indigenous stories on health and wellbeing, I recognize there is so much we can learn from Indigenous voices. I’m so excited to play a part in providing a platform for these stories and to share them with our community.
Aryan Toloie-Rad
Social Media Coordinator
I'm excited to be part of IHM again and look forward to learning and contributing to the education and growth of knowledge surrounding Indigenous health issues. I'm eager to deepen my understanding of Indigenous communities' complex challenges, while actively engaging in discussions on cultural safety and allyship.
Ursa Sanderson
Podcast Coordinator
NÄ“hinaw (Swampy Cree), Opaskwayak Cree Nation
As a nehinaw (Cree) social worker, I am interested in working alongside the biomedical system to ensure people have access to holistic physical and mental health care. This year on IHM I am looking forward to sharing the insightful, thoughtful conversations being had about Indigeneity and by Indigenous students at McMaster with our new podcast!
Olivia Beausoleil
Community Learning Coordinator
Métis Nation of Ontario (Georgian Bay Métis Community)
My passion for Indigenous Health stems from my cultural background, striving for a career involving culturally competent and holistic medicine. I look forward to creating meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities, fostering collaborative learning, and supporting the inclusion of Indigenous voices in health-related initiatives!
Robyn Grix
Community Learning Coordinator
Haudenosaunee (Wahta Mohawk First Nation)
My interest in Indigenous Health and Wellbeing lies with traditional medicine and land-based practices. CLC has a goal of planning some land-based learning experiences, so that should be really fun!
Emalee Fannin
Internal Liasion
Métis Nation of Ontario (Georgian Bay Métis Community)
I look forward to deepening connections with the Indigenous community by promoting culturally relevant health initiatives and land-based learning. IHM’s focus on fostering well-being through traditional knowledge and amplifying Indigenous voices in healthcare is a topic I am passionate about and am excited to be a part of this year.
Matthew Hammond
Finance Coordinator
I'm passionate about advocating for Indigenous health and expanding my understanding. Over the summer, I explored Indigenous literature on healthcare and cultural adaptation, which deepened my interest in holistic medicine. I’m excited to continue promoting reconciliation and addressing healthcare gaps through my work with IHM.
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