About
Chad Myron is a proud member of the Navajo Nation. He is Tł’ááshchí’í (Red Bottom People), born for K’aa’hináanii (Living Arrow People). His maternal grandfather is Tó Dích’íi’nii (Bitter Water Clan) and his paternal grandfather is Naakaii Dine’é (Mexican). Chad is originally from Chilchinbeto, AZ, and grew up in Fort Defiance, AZ.
He joined the Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health in March 2024 as a Research Program Assistant based in Fort Defiance, where he facilitates the Azhe’é Bidziil – Strong Fathers Program. This program works to strengthen fatherhood, co-parenting, and healthy relationships across Navajo communities by promoting positive parenting, cultural connection, and economic stability.
In addition to his facilitation role, Chad also serves as an independent evaluator for the Hastiin Bidziil – Strong Man Program, a prevention initiative focused on healthy masculinity, coping skills, and men’s wellness. He further contributes to the Center’s philanthropy efforts, building relationships with donors and partners to expand opportunities that support Indigenous fathers, families, and communities.
Chad is a co-parent and proud father to his 5-year-old son, who inspires his work every day. His personal journey as a father motivates his dedication to creating culturally grounded spaces of accountability, respect, and resilience for Native fathers and men.
Before joining the Center, Chad built a career in commercial and industrial mechanical construction as a pipefitter in Phoenix, AZ. His portfolio includes contributions to large-scale projects such as Quality Technology Services (QTS) Data Centers, Banner Health at Banner Gateway Medical Center, Dignity Health at Chandler Regional Medical Center, The Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona State University’s George M. Bateman Physical Sciences Center, and the Taiwanese Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC).
Chad is passionate about supporting Native fathers, advancing family wellness, and strengthening communities through research, evaluation, philanthropy, and culturally rooted programs.