Children Of Truth

Cuthaugula Coahuila Tribe

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Maipuri Arauan Nation Tribal Federation

 

Trubian Village Tribal Family Covenant

 

Preamble:

In the spirit of our ancestors and the enduring values of our Trubian Village, we, the families of the Cuthaugula Coahuila, hereby establish this covenant. This document serves as a testament to our commitment to uphold our cultural heritage, to support each other in our communal journey, and to sustain the principles that define us as a people.


Article 1: Commitment to Family-ism and Community

  • We pledge to uphold the principle of Family-ism, recognizing our collective responsibility to each other as members of an extended family network.
  • We commit to nurturing, supporting, and guiding not only our biological families but also the broader community, especially the youth and the elders.


Article 2: Upholding the Ladder of Yakaba

  • We vow to respect and support the cultural system of the Ladder of Yakaba, encouraging and aiding each family member in their journey from Apprentice to Journeyman, and ultimately to Master Builder (Yaboa/Truma/Truna).
  • We agree to mentor and be mentored, to teach and learn, in the continuous cycle of knowledge and skill transfer that strengthens our community.


Article 3: Economic Cooperation and Self-Sufficiency

  • We promise to engage in economic activities that align with our cultural values and contribute to the community’s self-sufficiency.
  • We will support and participate in the Trubian Village Cultural Industrial Complex, ensuring that our economic endeavors benefit the whole community.


Article 4: Adherence to Cultural Principles and Practices

  • We shall live according to the Seven Cultural Principles — Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
  • We shall participate in and uphold our community’s rituals, traditions, and ceremonies, preserving our cultural identity for future generations.


Article 5: Stewardship of Land and Environment

  • We commit to being responsible stewards of the land, engaging in sustainable practices that honor and preserve our environment for future generations.
  • We recognize our duty to manage our communal lands wisely, respecting the sacred bond between our people and the earth.


Article 6: Governance and Collective Decision-Making

  • We pledge to actively participate in community governance, respecting the established committees and decision-making processes.
  • We promise to engage in collective decision-making with honesty, respect, and the willingness to reach consensus for the betterment of all.


Article 7: Future Aspirations and Legacy

  • We vow to contribute to the growth and prosperity of the Trubian Village, ensuring that our actions today build a strong foundation for future generations. We commit to leaving a legacy of strength, unity, and cultural integrity, embodying the spirit of our ancestors and the hopes of our descendants.


This Tribal Family Covenant encapsulates the key cultural values, responsibilities, and aspirations of the Trubian Village community, providing a framework for family and community life. It serves as a guiding document for current and future generations, ensuring the continuity of the community's traditions and principles.

 

 


Tribal Family Trust Structure:

1. Tribal Family Trusts Foundation: Each tribal family establishes a Tribal Family Trust. Function: These trusts govern individual households within the tribal family. Leadership: House Chiefs, who may be singular or plural depending on the household, act as trustees. Responsibility of Trustees: The House Chiefs (trustees) are responsible for managing the trust's affairs, which may include preserving cultural traditions, managing family resources, and ensuring the welfare of household members.


2. Hierarchy of Trusts Connection to Larger Trusts: Each Tribal Family Trust is a beneficiary of two larger entities: The Cuthaugula Coahuila Tribal Trust Charter. The Trubian Village Choctaw Tribal Trust. Beneficiary Role: Being a beneficiary means that each family trust, and by extension, the family it represents, gains certain rights, protections, and benefits from these larger trusts.


3. Tribal Governance Structure Tribal Congress Representation: Each Tribal Family Trust appoints a family member to serve in the Trubian Village Choctaw Tribal Congress. Role of the Representative: This individual represents the interests and concerns of their respective family trust in the Tribal Congress. Legislative Functions: The representatives in the Tribal Congress participate in legislative decision-making and policy formulation for the broader tribal community.


4. Overall Governance and Trust Operation Cultural and Legal Framework: The governance structure is likely informed by both traditional tribal practices and legal trust principles. Balance of Power: This structure ensures a balance between the autonomy of individual families (through their family trusts and house chiefs) and the collective decision-making at the tribal level (via the Tribal Congress). Community and Individual Welfare: While focusing on the larger tribal welfare, this structure also acknowledges and supports the individual needs of each family through its unique family trust.


5. Objective and Purpose Preservation of Heritage: A key objective is to preserve cultural heritage and traditions. Resource Management: Efficient management of resources for the benefit of the entire community and individual families. Economic and Social Development: Promoting economic sustainability and social development within the tribal community.


6. Legal and Cultural Integration Alignment with International Standards: The structure likely aligns with international norms and indigenous rights, as outlined in documents like the UNDRIP. Inclusivity and Adaptability: The structure is designed to be inclusive and adaptable to the changing needs of the tribal community. This structure represents a sophisticated blending of traditional tribal governance with modern trust law principles, aimed at preserving cultural heritage, ensuring the welfare of individual households, and promoting the collective interests of the tribal community.