Chief Phil Lane Jr.

Hereditary Chief Phil Lane Jr. is an international leader in human, community, and economic development, and a Global Ambassador for the United Religions Initiative. He has worked with Indigenous Peoples around the world, and founded the Four Worlds International Institute with Indigenous spiritual leaders from across North America. He has extensive experience in his cultural traditions, and is an award-winning author and film producer. Chief Lane received the Ally Award for promoting freedom and justice for Indigenous Peoples, and in particular for his work on Canada's Residential School issue.