Co-Founder INDEDU | Educator | Executive Producer | Indigenous Advocate | Community Leader
Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, RedTail Hawk Thunderbird, also known as Tavis Sanders, comes from a lineage of educators spanning generations. This foundation instilled in him a deep curiosity for his Indigenous heritage and a commitment to knowledge-sharing.
Through distance e-learning, RedTail acquired certifications and degrees from various institutions, including:
- The Changing Global Order – Universiteit De Genève
- International Law in Action: A Guide to the International Courts and Tribunals in The Hague – Universiteit Leiden
His dedication to education and advocacy led him to co-found Indigenous Education alongside his mother, RedSilverFox Thunderbird (Renee Sanders). Their work focuses on amplifying the omitted histories of brown and dark-skinned Indigenous peoples of the Americas, particularly in the southeastern U.S.
As the executive producer of The Genocide of the Dark Skin Indian (TV) and Save Our Ancestors Indigenous Radio, RedTail ensures that Indigenous voices remain at the forefront of media, reclaiming narratives and educating the broader public. His leadership extends to community engagement, serving on the PHL250 Community Advisory Committee and the Bartram’s Garden Community Advisory Committee, where he advocates for Indigenous representation and cultural preservation.
Through education, media, and community organizing, RedTail Hawk Thunderbird remains committed to uplifting Indigenous histories, traditions, and futures.