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VALUES
ETHICS - Ethics are one of our most sacred values. Our actions, our behavior and our decisions reflect our
high ethical values. We treat each other with honesty and respect and we act with integrity.
INTEGRITY - Our sound moral judgment, individually and collectively, nurtures harmony in all our interactions.
By supporting each other in the exercise of honorable principles, we flourish as a cohesive whole.
LEADERSHIP - It is with dedication, courage and wisdom that Leaders ensure the work needed to carry out
the mission is accomplished. As Leaders, we are loyal to the needs of our people and we exhibit honor and
humility in our actions.
RESPECT - Native American isn’t just blood, it’s what is in our heart that defines respect. The love for the land,
the respect for it and those who inhabit it. Through respect and acknowledgment of our ancestors and elders,
we teach our future generations the importance of respect.
FAMILY - Through traditions, values and teachings, we understand bringing families together is fundamental
in honoring the generations that have come before and in preserving the family structure for generations to
come. Recognizing the importance of all members of the family empowers our community to heal and prosper.
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