Community Structure

Major Clan → Sub-clan → Family / Household → Individual Member

Our records follow the customary structure of the KNK Tribe so that planning, membership and research reflect how our community is actually organised.

1

Major Clan

Nine major clans make up the KNK Tribe.

2

Sub-clan

Branches within each major clan.

3

Family / Household

The household unit used for planning and data.

4

Individual Member

Each registered person within a household.

Patrilineal tradition and inclusive recognition

The KNK Tribe is traditionally a patrilineal society: customary clan identity, land relationships and lineage are passed through the father's line.

The Association also recognises matrilineal connections and general community members. This is essential for inclusive development and accurate data collection, so that every person who lives with and contributes to our community can be counted, supported and included in planning — while customary lineage remains respected.

The 9 Major Clans of KNK

Sub-clans are listed only where they have been confirmed by the community. Clans marked "not yet recorded" will be updated as community consultation and data collection continue.

Komunka

01
  • Anzbankanem
  • Dolikanem

Akilpal

02
  • Kopunkanem
  • Goi Dalkanem

Kumukanem

03

Sub-clans not yet recorded.

Dangkanem

04

Sub-clans not yet recorded.

Omngarngalem

05

Sub-clans not yet recorded.

Kukanem

06

Sub-clans not yet recorded.

Yuakanem

07

Sub-clans not yet recorded.

Kokungup

08
  • Olkanem
  • Tambemkanem

Waigup

09
  • Ngembkanem
  • Enzkigup