Meet Our Team

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Dr. Nancy Young is a Clinical Epidemiologist with expertise in measurement science. She is currently a Senior Scientist at the CHEO Research Institute. Her research career has focused on developing self-reported health measures for use by children and gives children a voice when it comes to their health. Indigenous children have not had a voice in health planning due to a lack of culturally appropriate measures. She has worked with other countries and cultures to develop and adapt health measures, and was invited by Mary Jo Wabano to work with Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory to develop a measure for Indigenous children. She is on a journey to become an ally.
Dr. Young has worked with Indigenous communities since 2009 and has played a critical role in the development of the Aaniish Naa Gegii: the Children’s Health and Well-being Measure (ACHWM). This tool is the product of collaboration with Mary Jo Wabano and many partners, including children and youth. She continues to work in collaboration with several First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities to share research products for use in different regions and cultural contexts. This work enables Indigenous health leaders to gather local data to augment traditional understandings of their children’s health and is a step towards better health outcomes among Indigenous children.

I have been working at Nadmadwin Mental Health Clinic since 1999. I was part of the development of this ACHWM and the mental health staff were very instrumental in ensuring that the real time safety feature was built into the process to ensure that support was provided immediately to those requiring it.

Sasha is the ACHWM team’s Administrative Assistant. She is responsible for keeping the team organized as well as providing support to the team in numerous ways. She prides herself on her positive attitude, openness to learn, and willingness to always give a helping hand when needed. She enjoys spending time with her family as well as enjoying outdoor activities such as camping and fishing.

After almost a decade living and working in the Yukon, she has returned home. While she was up north, she led advocacy initiatives for neurodivergent folk and connected with many First Nation groups to advance housing, employment, healthcare rights for all. Her experience in systems change and advocating for policy alternatives will round out the ACHWM teams skills. She studied Nutrition in undergraduate and did a Masters of Health Administration in Ottawa. Her son’s ancestry is Cree from Sturgeon Lake First Nation, which brings the work very close to home. She loves autumn, foraging and long walks in the forest.

Mylène is a Research Manager with the Aaniish Naa Gegii team at the CHEO Research Institute. She holds a PhD in Psychology and brings interdisciplinary training in social psychology, neuropsychology, and mixed methods research. Since 2023, she has worked collaboratively with Indigenous communities to support the adaptation of the Aaniish Naa Gegii: Children’s Health and Wellbeing Measure (ACHWM), ensuring it reflects the cultural and contextual priorities of Indigenous communities across Turtle Island. Mylène strives to conduct research guided by OCAP® principles and grounded in respectful, relationship‑based approaches.

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Milad, holding a Master’s in Computer Science, has joined the ACHWM team dedicated to enhancing user support and improving the website experience. Passionate about crafting seamless user experiences, he aims to make our services more efficient and effective. Valuing teamwork, Milad is keen on applying his skills to achieve our collective goals. Off the clock, he enjoys outdoor adventures and traveling.

Atiqa is the Research Coordinator for ACHWM, bringing expertise in both biology and clinical psychology. Her research passion centers on fostering and promoting mental health, particularly within marginalized communities. In her free time, she enjoys reading and staying active.