The Damal have a system of
exogamous moieties, which splits the society into 'Magaij' and 'Mom'. These split social groups have equal standing politically and are only for marriage. People from the same social group cannot marry each other and have to marry people from the other social group. Each moiety is made up of patrilineal clans (same family name), with 37 clans in Beoga district and another 8 clans in Ilaga district. Each clan is made up of smaller patrilineal groups, which will help each other in supplying for travel, paying dowries, and other expenses. Politically, Damal is led by
Nagawan/
Nagwan, which is not limited to certain groups or inherited positions. However, they have responsibilities to be good with finances, such as operating plantations, pig farms, and
bia (shell) trade to pay for dowry and compensation for loss in tribal wars. They are expected to be
alapme (charitable) and organise festivals for the people, as well as have good oratory skills and be brave to lead the war. ==References==