Cover image
Our Focus

Empowering Our Voice With Constitutional Changes

Join the Movement for a Stronger Tomorrow

Shaping Our Future: Constitutional Amendments

We seek to empower our community and preserve sovereignty through vital constitutional amendments.

Benefits of Constitutional Changes for the LDF Tribe

  •  Strengthening our community by increasing member involvement in decision-making.
  •  Modernizing governance to ensure efficiency, transparency, and resilience.
  •  Preserving our sovereignty and cultural heritage, fortifying our identity and community bonds.
The Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians stands at a pivotal moment in their long and proud history. At the heart of this moment is the chance to strengthen the tribe's voice through constitutional amendments. Established in 2005, the current constitution laid a foundation for governing tribal affairs, emphasizing the tribe’s core values and the critical principle of self-determination.

Enhancing Community Voice

The proposed constitutional changes aim to amplify member participation and modernize governance. These amendments focus on key areas: - Sovereignty - Member Participation - Governance Structure

Examples of Proposed Changes

  • Expand Member Involvement: By increasing members' involvement in decision-making, every voice can genuinely contribute to the tribe's future direction.
  • Modernize Governance: Updating structures will make governance more efficient and transparent, ensuring decisions reflect the community's current and future needs.
  • Protect Voting Processes: Another goal is to safeguard our elections from outside influences, ensuring that our governance remains firmly in the hands of the tribe.
These changes aim to empower the community, ensuring that the tribe's laws and policies represent our collective values and aspirations.

Historical Context and Community Impact

Our constitution, adopted in 2005, was a significant step towards self-governance and sovereignty. But the world has changed immensely since then, and our governance must evolve to meet these new challenges. The emphasis is on preserving our cultural heritage and traditions while ensuring our governance mechanisms are equipped to handle contemporary issues.

Community Leaders Reflect

Tribal leaders and community activists have voiced strong support for these changes. One leader mentioned, "These amendments represent a crucial evolution in our governance. By involving more of our members in decision-making and updating our structures, we're ensuring that our community remains strong and united, ready to face the future together."

A Path Forward

The benefits of the proposed constitutional changes are clear: - Greater involvement in governance empowers every tribal member. - Modern governance structures ensure efficiency, transparency, and resilience against external influences. - Preserving sovereignty and cultural heritage fortifies our identity and community bonds.

These amendments aren't just about governance; they're about us—together, enhancing our voice and strengthening our sovereignty.

Join the Movement

This is your opportunity to shape the future of the Lac du Flambeau Band. Engage with the Constitutional Committee, participate in discussions, and let your voice be heard. Together, we can ensure that our tribe not only preserves its heritage but also strides boldly into the future with a governance system that truly reflects our values and aspirations.

« See All Our Focus

Next Our Focus »

See More Our Focus

See All Our Focus »