Tulsa, OK (November 3, 2025) — 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 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, seeking opportunities to expand and enhance Self-Governance authority, and developing new educational tools to deepen understanding of Self-Governance authority.
“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.”
Registration is now open for the 2026 Tribal Self-Governance Conference, taking place April 7-10 at Gila River Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino in Chandler, Arizona. The annual gathering brings together tribal leaders, advocates, and partners from across the nation to share strategies, celebrate successes, and advance the movement of Tribal Self-Governance. Attendees, vendors, and exhibitors can find detailed registration and hotel information at tribalselfgov.org/tsg-conference/.
Early registration is encouraged, as conference hotel rates and exhibitor space are limited, and all participants are invited to be part of shaping the future of Tribal Self-Governance and policy innovation.
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. Watch the series at www.youtube.com/@tribalselfgov or on the FNX streaming app.
For more information, resources, and the latest updates from Tribal Self-Governance, visit www.tribalselfgov.org.