The National Council on Problem Gambling is the only national nonprofit organization that seeks to minimize the economic and social costs associated with gambling addiction. NCPG is neutral on legalized gambling.
National Conference on Gambling Addiction & Responsible Gambling
July 17 – 19, 2024 • San Diego, CA
The National Conference on Gambling Addiction & Responsible Gambling 2024 brings together world-class presenters to deliver powerful and insightful messages about problem gambling and responsible gambling.
Gambling addiction Recovery, Investment and Treatment (GRIT) Act
The GRIT Act (S.3579 & H.R.6928) would set aside a portion of the federal sports excise tax revenue to fund programs for gambling addiction prevention, treatment and research.
Town Hall with NCPG Board Candidates
Meet the candidates running in the 2024 NCPG Board of Directors election. Candidates to be announced by 5/6/24.
1:00 PM EDT
to 2:00 PM
Thursday
May 9, 2024
Digital Symposium: A Public Health Approach to Gambling-Related Harm Prevention
Explore the intersection between public health theory and problem gambling, uncovering the multifaceted impacts of problem gambling on health, finances, and social well-being, illuminating its wide-ranging ramifications.
This symposium will thoroughly examine public health frameworks, prevention strategies, and the influence of social determinants on problem gambling. Attendees will gain insight into the diverse treatment landscape for problem gambling, as well as identify populations most susceptible to its effects and effective prevention strategies. Attendees will unravel the intricate relationship between problem gambling and public health, contributing to the advancement of healthier communities through informed action.
Learning Objectives:
Discuss the importance of using a public health approach to prevent gambling-related harm. Understand public health frameworks as they relate to gambling-related harm. Explore state-specific initiatives that use a public health perspective to address gambling-related harm.
1:00 PM EDT
to 4:00 PM
Thursday
May 16, 2024
Every Story Matters: Allie
Trigger Warning: The following content contains descriptions of gambling, gambling elements, and addiction, which may be distressing for some individuals. Allie...
Every Story Matters: Ramon
Trigger Warning: The following content contains descriptions of gambling, gambling elements, and addiction, which may be distressing for some individuals. Ramon...
Every Story Matters: Sam
Trigger Warning: The following content contains descriptions of gambling, gambling elements, and addiction, which may be distressing for some individuals. Sam...
Public Awareness Resources
Resources to help NCPG partners and stakeholders raise awareness about problem gambling, strengthen advocacy efforts with data and widely promote the National Problem Gambling Helpline, 1-800-GAMBLER.
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