Staff

Catherine Graham

Director of the Métis Centre, Catherine has two undergraduate degrees and a Master’s in Legal Studies from Carleton University where her studies focused on issues related to Aboriginal Peoples and the law, and violence against women.  Her research interests include the social determinants of health, culturally relevant gender-based analysis, mental health, Aboriginal identity, and indigenous governance.  Catherine has worked with Aboriginal organizations at the national and local levels for more than 15 years on issues related to inclusion and equity.  She has also worked as a consultant in the area of criminal justice, relationship development, gender-based analysis, and mental health.

cgraham@naho.ca

 

Devin Dietrich

Devin is from Winnipeg, Manitoba. A research officer with the Métis Centre, he has a BA in Environmental Studies from the University of Winnipeg and a Master’s in City Planning from the University of Manitoba. He has experience with Aboriginal research methodologies, research ethics, and qualitative research methodologies. Devin also has international research experience engaging indigenous peoples in New Zealand and the northern circumpolar countries.  His research interests include food security and urban Aboriginal identity. Devin is an outdoor enthusiast with an interest in mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking and canoeing.

ddietrich@naho.ca

Mohan Kumar

A research officer with the Métis Centre, Mohan has a Master’s in Public Health. His main research interests are epidemiology, biostatistics and health systems management. Mohan’s long-term goal is to work with Aboriginal communities to address health disparities and inequities, particularly when it comes to chronic diseases. In his spare time Mohan enjoys photography and squash.

mkumar@naho.ca

Jack Palmer

Jack is the operations officer with the Métis Centre.  He has held a number of positions at NAHO since joining the organization in 2005.   Jack takes care of all finances, travel and logistics for the Centre. In his spare time, he enjoys biking and swimming.

jpalmer@naho.ca

Jennifer Rankin

Jennifer is a junior research officer with the Métis Centre. Jennifer is a student at the University of Ottawa working towards a BA in Aboriginal Studies with a minor in Philosophy. With Ojibwa roots from Sault Ste. Marie’s Batchewana First Nation, Jennifer is passionate about addressing the issues that face Aboriginal Peoples through awareness and prevention. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys reading, cooking, outdoor activities, walking her two dogs, and spending time with friends and family.

jrankin@naho.ca