Oren Lyons
Oren Lyons was born in 1930 and raised in the traditional ways of the Iroquois on the Seneca and Onondaga reservations in northern New York state. Since his return to Onondaga in 1970, Chief Lyons has been a leading advocate for American Indian causes. He is recognized internationally as an eloquent and respected spokesperson on behalf of Native peoples. He is a sought-after lecturer or participant in forums in a variety of areas, including American Indian traditions, Indian law and history, human rights, environment and interfaith dialogue, and has received numerous honors and awards.




