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Dear Tribal Leaders, Member Organizations, Partners, and Indian Country:


The National Indian Health Board of Directors met on August 20, 2024, and made the decision to terminate the CEO, Stacy Bohlen, effective immediately.


The Board has lost faith in Bohlen’s ability to lead the organization and named A.C. Locklear, Lumbee, Interim CEO. The Board is continuing to review the organization’s policies and procedures to ensure the vital work for Indian Country continues without further disruption.


“My fellow directors and I are deeply invested in the success of NIHB—for our Tribes and for our People,” said William “Chief Bill” Smith, NIHB Chairman and Valdez Native. “We know that our staff loves this mission, and we will continue to work with A.C. to strengthen our organization and move forward.”  



If you have questions about this matter, please email nihbcommunications@nihb.org. To contact A.C. Locklear, please email ceo@nihb.org.

National Indian Health Board | www.nihb.org | 202-507-4070

For media inquiries, contact Ned Johnson at njohnson@nihb.org.

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