Global Indigenous leader with 55+ years advancing human and community development across the Americas, Asia, and beyond. Founder of the Four Worlds International Institute, renowned educator, author, and spiritual leader. Recognized for uniting Indigenous wisdom with global initiatives in peace, sustainability, and justice.

Leadership & Experience
Founder & Chairman, Four Worlds International Institute (1982–present) – Global leader in Indigenous-based human, community, and economic development.

Chairman, Four Directions International – Sustainable Indigenous enterprise and development.

Chairman, Compassion Games International – Global movement of kindness and cooperative action.

Associate Professor (Tenured), University of Lethbridge (1980–1996) – Specialized in holistic education & Indigenous curriculum.

CIDA Primary Investigator – Led major international development evaluations in Thailand & Asia (1990–1993; 2010–2013).

Global Initiatives – Digital Fourth Way ASEAN Initiative; Treaties to Protect Mother Earth; Union of the Condor, Hummingbird, Quetzal & Eagle.

Publications & Media
Co-Author, The Sacred Tree – Foundational Indigenous text.

Producer, Honor of All: The Story of Alkali Lake; Images of Indians (PBS); Walking With Grandfather.

Author of educational curricula, including Four Worlds Curriculum, Unity in Diversity, and Developing Healthy Communities.

Advisory Role
Council of Elders, AISES

Global Trustee & Co-Founder, United Religions Initiative

Host, Global Indigenous Wisdom Summits, Shift Network

Honorary International Advisor, Beijing Women’s & Children’s Development Foundation

Awards & Recognition
Windstar Award (1992) – First Indigenous recipient, presented by John Denver.

Freedom & Human Rights Award (2000), Swiss Foundation.

Ally Award (2008) – Center for Healing Racism (Residential School resolution, $4B settlement).

Stellar Award for Service to Humanity (2023).

Recognized as Hereditary Chief of the Hinhan Wicasa & Deloria Tiospayes, Ihanktonwan Dakota Nation (1992).

Education & Fellowships
M.P.A., University of Washington

M.Ed., National University, San Diego

Fellowship, International Arts Administration, Harvard Business School

✦ Visionary leader dedicated to uniting humanity and restoring Mother Earth through Indigenous wisdom, global cooperation, and principled action.