Tulsa, OK — The Self Governance Communication and Education Tribal Consortium (SGCETC) proudly announces its new name and identity: Tribal Self-Governance (TSG).
The change marks a powerful new chapter in the organization’s mission to advance tribal sovereignty, strengthen and expand Self-Governance authority, and protect the foundational principles of self-determination.
Alongside the new name, TSG has launched a redesigned website, www.tribalselfgov.org, providing an improved, accessible hub for resources, educational materials, and stories of tribal success. The updated platform will serve as a central source for news, training opportunities, and advocacy updates related to self-governance and federal policy.
“Our new identity reflects both continuity and progress,” said W. Ron Allen, President of the TSG Board of Directors. “Tribal Self-Governance represents more than a name – it’s a movement rooted in sovereignty, leadership, and the enduring right of every tribal nation to determine its own path. This organization has always stood on the principle that tribes know what’s best for their people, and that mission continues stronger than ever.”
TSG will continue its longstanding work to expand tribal authority and advance policies that strengthen the federal government’s nation-to-nation relationship with tribes. The organization remains deeply committed to ensuring that Congress and federal agencies support and expand self-governance initiatives in health, human services, education, and beyond.
“Tribal Self-Governance better reflects who we are and what we stand for,” said Jay Spaan, Executive Director of Tribal Self-Governance. “For more than three decades, tribes have proven that self-governance works, that when decision-making power is placed in tribal hands, outcomes improve for our people. This evolution of our name embodies the strength, unity, and vision of tribal nations leading their own futures.”
Tribal Self-Governance will continue to lead national education and communication efforts that strengthen and expand the Self-Governance movement. This includes hosting the annual Tribal Self-Governance Conference, producing the award-winning For Our People: Stories of Tribal Self-Governance and Sovereignty docuseries, and developing new educational tools to deepen understanding of Self-Governance authority.
Recent episodes of For Our People have showcased local leadership in healthcare reform, co-management of public lands, food sovereignty, youth mentorship, and community healing, illustrating how Self-Governance continues to drive meaningful change on the ground.
Additionally, Tribal Self-Governance is launching a new Certificate Program designed to educate both Tribal and federal officials on the principles, processes, and potential of Self-Governance, ensuring the next generation of leaders is equipped to guide and sustain this work well into the future.
For more information, resources, and the latest updates from Tribal Self-Governance, visit www.tribalselfgov.org.
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About Tribal Self-Governance (TSG):
Tribal Self-Governance, formerly the Self Governance Communication and Education Tribal Consortium, is a national 501c(3) organization dedicated to advancing self-determination and self-governance opportunities. TSG provides education, advocacy, and communication resources to support Tribal Nations in shaping their own futures.