Akwesasronon Sarah Konwahahawi Rourke named CEO of National Circle for Indigenous Medical Education – Cornwall Standard-Freeholder
Jun 17, 2025
Transitioning to an independent non-profit organization this spring, the National Circle for Indigenous Medical Education (NCIME) has added Sarah Konwahahawi Rourke as its CEO.
From Akwesasne, Rourke said her approach to work is always grounded in teachings from her community. She is looking forward to continuing to engage with elders and traditional knowledge holders in her new role in order to bring invaluable tóta knowledge into decision-making and development.
Prior to taking on this role, Rourke served as the director of the Indigenous Health Professions Program (IHPP) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University. She holds a master’s in educational leadership from St. Lawrence University and earned her doctorate in education in executive leadership with a focus on social justice from St. John Fisher College in 2021.
