THE LARGEST GATHERING OF INDEPENDENTS IN US HISTORY!
THIS GATHERING IAND SPIRITUALLY-BASED MOVEMENT IS DEDICATED TO TRANSCENDING PARTISAN, ADVERSARIAL POLITICS, HEALING, AND UNIFYING OUR BROKEN AND DIVIDED NATION.
Independent National Convention (INC), April 3-5, 2023, in Austin Texas
Along with sharing via my Opening Prayer and Keynote that we are one Human Family and the Hurt and Healing of One is the Hurt and Healing of One, the Four Worlds Guiding Principles and Principles of Consultation, we will share Goals for our Human Family, suggested qualities of Leaders of the Union and Sacred Covenant, and the Non-Political, Non-Partisan. Electoral Processes. These will be used to elect the first Sacred Council of the Union on March 21, 2023, in Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico. This election will be held yearly in Palenque on March 21-2023-2026.
Indigenous Spiritual and Community Leaders are scheduled to come from the Amazon, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Guatemala, Mexico, the USA, and Canada. According to the United Nations, these countries are home to 66 million Indigenous peoples.
These are all part of the spiritual principles and processes underlying the Union of the Condor, Hummingbird, Quetzal, Eagle, and our Indigenous and USA Veterans Sacred. Covenant.
GOALS OF THE UNION AND SACRED COVENANT FOR OUR HUMAN FAMILY.
Basic Physical Needs - Adequate nutrition, clothing, shelter, pure drinking water, sanitary waste disposal, and access to medical services.
Spirituality and a Sense of Purpose - connection to the Creator and a clear sense of purpose and direction in individual, family, and community life and the collective energy of the nation.
Life-sustaining Values, Morals, and Ethics - guiding principles and a code of conduct that informs choices in all aspects of life so that at the level of individuals, families, institutions, and whole communities, people know which pathways lead to human well-being and which to misery, harm, and death.
Safety and Security - freedom from fear, intimidation, threats, violence, criminal victimization, and abuse within families, homes, and other aspects of the people's collective life.
Adequate Income and Sustainable Economies - access to the resources needed to sustain life at a level that permits the continued development of human well-being and processes of economic engagement capable of producing sustainable and harmonious prosperity.
Adequate Power - a reasonable level of control and voice in shaping one's life and the environment through meaningful participation in the political, social, and economic vitality of one's community and nation.
Social Justice and Equity - a fair and equitable distribution of opportunities for all and sustainable mechanisms and processes for re-balancing inequities, injustices, and injuries that have or are occurring.
Cultural Integrity and Identity - pride in heritage and traditions, access to and utilization of the wisdom and knowledge of the past, and a healthy identification with the living processes of one's own culture as a distinct and viable way of life for individuals, families, institutions, communities, and nations.
Community Solidarity and Social Support - to live within a unified community with a strong sense of its common oneness. As a result, each person receives the love, care, and support they need from others.
Strong Families and Healthy Child Development - spiritually centered, loving, unified, free from addictions and abuse, and intensely focused on supporting the developmental needs of mothers and children from conception through the early years and through the time of childhood and youth.
Healthy Ecosystem and a Sustainable Relationship Between Human Beings and the Natural World - the natural world is held precious and honored as sacred by the people. It is understood that human beings live within nature as fish live within water. The air we breathe, the water we drink, the earth that grows our food, and the creatures we dwell among and depend on for our lives are free from poisons, disease, and all other dangers. Economic prosperity is never sought after at the expense of environmental destruction. Instead, human beings work hand-in-hand with nature to protect, preserve, and nurture the gifts the Creator has given.
Critical Learning Opportunities are consistent and systematic opportunities for continuous learning and improvement in all aspects of life, especially those connected to essential personal, social, and economic challenges facing communities and those that will enhance participation in civil society.
Adequate Human Services and Social Safety Net - programs and processes to promote, support, and enhance human healing and social development, protect, and enable the most vulnerable to lead dignity and achieve adequate well-being.
Meaningful Work and Service to Others - Opportunities for all to contribute meaningfully to the well-being and progress of their Families, Communities, Nations, and our global Human Family.
SUGGESTED QUALITIES OF SERVANT LEADERS OF THE UNION AND SACRED COVENANT:
Spiritually centered – actively in a relationship with the Creator.
Morally strong – lives a good moral life, suitable to stand as a role model (particular attention to the issues of addictions, relationships, and honesty regarding money should be considered).
Believes in the people’s capacity to heal and develop and shows this belief in how they work with the people.
Is engaged in his or her healing journey and relatively healthy.
Has a good mind and heart and clearly understands the process of healing and development and the issues the people are facing.
Has demonstrated devotion to the people’s healing and development through hard work and a good attitude over time.
Shows true respect for the Creator, Mother Earth, and all members of our Human Family. (does not show disrespect for anyone, including women, men, youth, the poor, other races, etc.).
Can work well with others in a team.
Strives to work from a position of forgiveness, unity, and harmony with everyone.
ELEMENTS OF AN EVOLVING COLLABORATIVE
GOVERNANCE MODEL FOR ELECTING LEADERSHIP AND BUILDING THE UNION AND SACRED COVENANT.
Step One – Prayer
In our way, each asks the Creator (or however we designate a higher power or source of inspiration) for guidance and direction so that the Creator`s Will can guide everyone involved in the election process. Pray that everyone is genuinely connected, heart and mind, with the Creator at the election meeting.
Step Two – Consultation
Discuss the qualities of good leaders, particularly those needed in leadership for this time and situation. Do not discuss individual names – only the qualities a leader should have.
Step Three – Reflection, Prayer, and Meditation
Reflect (think deeply) about the qualities needed in those chosen for leaders in the situation. Then consider who best combines those qualities from the circle and community; consider everyone. Then, without the slightest prejudice and with an open and loving heart, ask the Creator to guide you to make the best choice.
Step Four – Vote
Write down the names of the people you have voted for. Do not discuss your choices with anyone before or after the vote. Your choice is between you and the Creator. The number of names you vote for should equal the number of positions on the council. It will not be counted if your ballot has fewer or more names.
Step Five – Count the Vote
Those choose a special committee of four scrutineers (vote counters) at the election meeting. First, the scrutineers count the number of votes each person receives. Then, the people with the most votes are chosen.
For example, if the election chooses seven council members, the seven people with the most votes are selected. The person with the most votes is responsible for calling the council's first meeting. Beyond that, how many votes each council member received is not essential.
If there is a tie in the voting for the last position on the council, then a vote is held to break the deadlock. The voice is between only the people who are tied. For example, if the election chooses seven council members and there is a tie between the seventh and eighth votes, a vote is held to break the tie. If there is a tie between the second and third, or fourth and fifth number of votes, no vote is necessary since it is clear they have been selected.
Step Six – Acceptance and Support
Everyone in the community must now give their wholehearted and unreserved support to the chosen. No one should speak secretly against those elected. Instead, everyone should now rally behind the council, pray for them, share their best ideas and insights with them, and cooperate to ensure the success of everyone in promoting the healing and development of the people.
Step Seven – Servant Leadership
The newly chosen council members should show the utmost humility and approach their work in loving service to the community. Furthermore, they should actively solicit (ask for) the views and opinions of community members and work very hard to ensure that the real leaders are the people and the council their servants.
We are very open to input if there is any better non-partisan, non-partisan way that anyone knows of electing leadership. ll
The Foundation of the Union and Sacred Covenant is always open to input. The Union and the Sacred Covenant are always considered in draft and open for input, just as humans are always in draft!