TRIBAL REVIVAL
FOR ALL SALINAN PEOPLE
#1 Acknowledging Our Leadership Challenges
Leadership Imbalance
For over two decades, leadership has remained concentrated within a single extended family network, severely restricting diverse tribal voices and perspectives in decision-making processes
Federal Recognition Primary Focus
Our intense pursuit of federal recognition has diverted critical resources and attention away from essential cultural revitalization efforts, traditional knowledge preservation, and ancestral land stewardship
Generational Gap
The widening divide between elders and youth threatens our cultural continuity, with insufficient mentorship opportunities, language transmission, and traditional knowledge pathways for emerging leaders
#2 Our Path Forward: Leadership & Governance
A New Chapter with Respect
After decades of service, it's time for long-standing Council members to pass the torch. We invite them to retire with honor or join a respected Elder Council.
Fair & Transparent Elections
Let's follow our Constitution—form a strong Election Committee, and hold fair, transparent elections led by an independent team.
Communication & Community
Communications
Establish a diverse, skilled team to manage the newsletter, website, and social media—with training, accountability, and shared responsibility.
Cultural Revitalization
Form a dedicated committee to lead cultural renewal and pursue grants—empowering our identity beyond federal recognition.
Growing Together
These changes will restore balance to our leadership structure while honoring the contributions of long-serving members through a new advisory role. Transparent, scheduled governance will rebuild trust and participation.
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Substance-Free Policy: Walking the Red Road
As Salinan people, we walk the Red Road—a path of respect, healing, and balance. All tribal events, gatherings, and leadership spaces will remain free from alcohol, drugs, and mind-altering substances.
This policy honors our youth, elders, and those in recovery while reflecting our ancestral values.
Our Commitment
As Salinan people, we walk the Red Road—a path of respect, healing, and balance that honors our ancestral values.
Clear Boundaries
No alcohol or drugs at tribal events or meetings, creating safe spaces for all our people.
Leadership Example
Tribal leaders modeling a substance-free standard, guiding our community through personal example.
By choosing this path, we honor those we've lost, support those healing, and build a stronger, healthier future for all Salinan people—together, in a good way.