National Council on Problem Gambling Establishes New Tribal Advisory
This week, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), a US nonprofit organization dedicated to mitigating the economic and social costs of gambling addiction, announced the launch of its new Tribal Advisory Council.
National Council on Problem Gambling launches Tribal Advisory Council.
LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE:Although NCPG has long collaborated with Tribal gaming entities, the establishment of this Council signifies a deeper commitment to tackling issues of responsible and problem gambling within Native American communities. The Tribal Advisory Council aims to enhance understanding and respect for Native cultural practices related to gambling, benefiting both Native and non-Native communities. It will offer expertise and drive NCPG’s culturally specific initiatives and, at the same time, recognize the importance of Native American history and sovereignty through consultations with Native leaders and experts.
Our work with tribes is based on a deep respect for Tribal sovereignty and our core values of neutrality, collaboration, respect, and credibility. We have a responsibility to listen and learn, as well as the opportunity to share our knowledge as we seek to reduce the social costs of gambling addiction and improve health and wellness in all communities. The relationships and partnerships we have forged over the years are the strong foundation for this exciting new project.
Founded by Industry Leaders
Some major figures from the US gambling industry have come together to found the NCPG Tribal Advisory including:
- Raquel Buari, J.D., Executive Vice President, Four Winds Casinos
- Jacob Coin, Executive Advisor, San Manuel Tribal Council, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
- Shannon Dictson, Mescalero Responsible Gaming Program & President, Responsible Gaming Association of New Mexico
- Anika Howard, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and CEO of Wondr Nation
- Maria Lopez, Executive Director, Pascua Yaqui Tribal Gaming Office
- Matthew Morgan, Chairman, Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association
- Ray Pineault, J.D., President and CEO, Mohegan
- James Siva, Chairman, California Nations Indian Gaming Association
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Working with The Trilogy Group
To support the Council’s work, NCPG has teamed up with Valerie Spicer and Sheila Morago from the Trilogy Group. It is a Native American-owned and operated organization that has more than 50 years of combined experience in governmental affairs, business, economic development, and Tribal gaming.
Valerie Spicer, Trilogy Group Founding Partner and CEO, welcomed the forming of the Tribal Advisory Council and said that they “look forward to supporting stronger connections with the Tribes”.
This work acknowledges the significance of Tribal Gaming in the gambling sector, the impacts of Tribal gaming on communities, and ways we can support finding balance in helping people heal from gambling-related harm respectfully amid the complexity.
As part of its culturally specific educational efforts, members of the Tribal Advisory Council will lead two sessions at NCPG’s upcoming National Conference on Gambling Addiction and Responsible Gambling 2024, scheduled for July 17-19 in San Diego, CA.
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