SWN Tribal Administration

The Yahcalo Ndigena Nation is a sovereign body of Indigenous Tribal people, dedicated to preserving culture, advancing tribal governance, and serving our community.

Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation 

Tribal Administration

Tribal Administration Manual

I. Operations and Procedures

A. Orientation & Application Processing

All New Citizens joining the Tribal Nation has set to an appointment for orientation in. person or virtually. After orientation if member still wants to join the tribe the member will be provided an application. Tribal Citizenship applications are pre-approved and processed same-day upon receipt. Approved applications are submitted directly to the Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation National Tribal Registrar for enrollment in the systems.

B. Collaboration with Tribal Authorities

The Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation Tribal Administration operates in close collaboration with Tribal Leaders and Tribal Councils. This ensures the authenticity, accuracy, and cultural integrity of all Tribal registrations and enrollment activities.

C. Data Privacy and Security

We are firmly committed to data privacy, information protection, and secure identity management. Personal data of all tribal members is handled under strict protocols and protected through secure digital infrastructure, in accordance with tribal and international standards.

II. Membership Requirements and Qualifications

A. Membership Qualifications

To be eligible for membership in the Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation, applicants must meet one or more of the following:

1. American Indian Ancestry:

   • Documented on ancestry on Dawes Rolls, Freeman Rolls, Baker Rolls or other recognized federal or tribal member rolls.

2. Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation Lineage:

   • Lineal or collateral descent from individuals listed on:

     • The Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation ELIVE Registry

     • Constituent Tribes (“Tribal States”-“National Clans”) of the Nation of the Nation

3. Adoption & Marriage Into the Tribal Nation:

   • Formal adoption by a tribal family, clan, marriage state, or marriage to member of the tribal nation

   • Approval by the Tribal Council or National Minko on a case-by-case basis including by Declaration of Standing and or Nationality, other documents introducing new citizens, and or through adopted laws concerning future citizens not connected by and within tribal nation bloodlines. 

4. Descendants and Relatives:

   • Bloodline descendants or verified relatives of enrolled tribal citizens

B. Tribal Registration Process

• One-Time Registration Fee: $360 for families and 175$ for individuals., includes:

  • One Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation Tribal Identification Card

  • Include Family Tribal Trust (with Tax Exempt Number)

  • Official Protection of Tribal Jurisdiction

  • Tribal Jurisdiction Protections

  • Access to Tribal Villages - Land License - Real Property License

  • Eligibility for Tribal Programs, Services, Communal Benefits, plus more

• Payment Plan Option:

  • $100 Down with second payment of 50-75$ the following month with option to pay the rest through community service.
    

  • Immediate access to tribal rights and services and receive tribal ID early as the same day. Also rest can be paid through acts of Community Service.

C. SWN National ID

• Initial SWN National ID  is included free this do not refer to the tribal state IDs of the Nation

• The SWN National Tribal ID gives you protection under customary international law, & Treaty Law.

Testing Requirements:

• New Drivers: Must complete both road and written exams

• Existing Licensed Drivers: Required to complete a tribal written test in the presence of an authorized official

Issuance Timeline:

• Submit application, Get photo taken, SIgn your signature

• ID/IDL & Permits are mailed within 3 business days also available for pick up same day or delivery same day.

Reprints:

• Available same-day upon request and payment

• No re-submission of documents. Just documented request and payment. 

D. Tribal Vehicle Registration & License Plates

Registration  Fee: $275 One time 3 Vehicles include one Tribal License Plate

Additional Plates: $75

Tribal License Plates: 

The Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation offers full Tribal Vehicle Registration Services for tribal citizens through the Tribal DMV.

Services Provided:

Vehicle Title Issuance

Tribal License Plates

Registration Certificates

• Ownership Transfer for Vehicles within Tribal Jurisdiction

• VIN Verification & Inspection by Tribal Officials

Dual Registration Option:

• Citizens may register their vehicles with both the Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation and a U.S. State DMV Using their Tribal Drivers License.

• Legal operation in both tribal and state territories

Process:

• Submit valid tribal ID

• Provide vehicle documentation

• Complete tribal application form and pay registration fee

• Plate and certificate issued same day or within 3–10 business days

All tribal citizens, family trusts, and tribes, within the Shaktxiuma Wangunk Nation are beneficiaries of the tribal nation including the nations tail estate and tribal trust.