Dr. Carola Cunningham has over forty-eight years of experience in housing, education, justice, community wellness, and addictions recovery. She has designed, developed, and delivered programming specifically tailored to the needs of Indigenous communities; in particular, those with high-risk lifestyles. Throughout her career, Carola has demonstrated a strong dedication towards bridging cultural differences and creating understanding. Although retired from her role as CEO of Niginan Housing Ventures, which builds, designs, and develops housing initiatives primarily for Indigenous peoples, Carola continues to be a servant leader to her communities in providing support, engagement, direction and consultation nationally.