Reconstituted October 2020

Government & Constitution

The supreme governing document of the Sultanate of Amexem.

Preamble

“We, the Moorish American people of the Sultanate of Amexem — descendants and successors in interest to the ancient Nation of Moab — gather in fidelity to the principles of Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom, and Justice, and in reverence to Allah, the Most High.”

Article I

Name, Nature, and Purpose

The Sultanate of Amexem, established under the House of Simmons Bey and organized in the State of Illinois, is the custodial governing authority for the descendants of the Nation of Moab, modernly identified as Moorish American.

  1. (a)Operate schools, study programs, and orientation courses that educate members in their history, rights, and heritage
  2. (b)Fund and certify cooperative businesses, maintain a trade network, and circulate wealth within the membership
  3. (c)Administer a mutual aid fund for emergency relief, community infrastructure, and direct support of members
  4. (d)Preserve sacred texts, sponsor cultural events, and maintain the spiritual and historical traditions of the Moorish American people
  5. (e)Establish and maintain formal relations with other organizations and governing bodies
Article II

Declaration of Principles

  • Islamism is the spiritual foundation; free exercise of conscience is guaranteed to all members
  • All members hold equal dignity — discrimination is prohibited
  • Non-violence, lawful conduct, and peaceful resolution govern all disputes
  • The dignity of women and children is protected above all
Article III

Governing Structure

  1. 1

    Allah

    All governing power derives from and operates in submission to the Most High

  2. 2

    Executive Director

    Holds operational authority over the Sultanate and chairs both Boards

  3. 3

    Chairman

    Leads the Supreme Grand Council

  4. 4

    Supreme Grand Council

    Holds constitutional authority over all offices and policies

  5. 5

    Grand Body

    Ratifies amendments and expresses the collective will of the membership

  6. 6

    The Sheiks

    Hold authority in matters of faith, heritage, and spiritual continuity

Ministerial Board

  • Community
  • Civics
  • Religion
  • Education
  • Housing and Welfare

Executive Board

  • Trade and Commerce
  • Reserves
  • Security
  • Organization-to-Organization Relations

The Full Constitution

The complete governing document of the Sultanate of Amexem.

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