Mission, Vision & Core Values

Chickasaw Nation Vision

To be a nation of successful and united people with a strong cultural identity.
 

Chickasaw Nation Core Values

Core Values are the fundamental, guiding principles of an organization. At the Chickasaw Nation, we value:

The Chickasaw People

• Our focus and commitment is on the Chickasaw people and improving the quality of life of all Chickasaws. We are empowered and unified in purpose.

Cultural Identity

• We will preserve our cultural history and incorporate it into everything we do.

Servant Leadership

• We are accountable to the Chickasaw Nation, and we put our people first.

Selflessness

• We give of ourselves for the betterment of our people.

Can Do Attitude

• We will work graciously with a Can Do attitude and a solution oriented philosophy by doing the right thing for the right reason.

Perseverance

• We will never quit. We have a warrior tradition.

Stewardship

• We will responsibly use the Chickasaw Nation’s resources entrusted to us.

Trust and Respect

• We trust one another and earn the trust of our citizens. We are caring and compassionate.

Loyalty

• We are committed to the Chickasaw Nation, its mission and its goals.

Honesty and Integrity

• We will do what we say and are honest and trustworthy. We uphold ethical standards and are accountable for our actions.

Teamwork

• We work as a team with a strong work ethic toward solving the problems of the Chickasaw Nation.