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.
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a nationwide grassroots campaign, held annually in March, that seeks to increase public awareness of problem gambling and promote prevention, treatment, and recovery services.
Bipartisan POINTS Act to Establish First Dedicated Federal Funding for Gambling Addiction
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) today endorsed the introduction of the bipartisan Providing Opportunities for Individuals In Need of Treatment & Support (POINTS) Act, led by Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN), Rep. Andrea Salinas (D-OR), Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA), and Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA). The POINTS Act is the first bipartisan legislation introduced in Congress in 15 years to address problem gambling among the general population.
Apply for a Conference Scholarship
Conference scholarships are designed to expand access to the NCPG Annual Conference for individuals who have limited financial resources, are new to the field, and bring unique perspectives from lived experience and/or underrepresented populations. This opportunity helps open doors for future professionals and builds a stronger, more connected field for years to come.
An Introduction to Problem Gambling Screening Tools
Effective screening is necessary for identifying gambling-related harm, understanding severity, and supporting intervention. This webinar will introduce three tools used to screen for problem gambling: the Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS), the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), and the Emerging Adult Gambling Screen (EAGS). Participants will learn what each tool measures, how it is structured, and the settings in which it is most useful, with special attention to screening considerations for younger populations. The session will compare the strengths and limitations of each screening tool, provide guidance on administration and scoring, and discuss how screening results can inform supportive interventions and referrals to recovery services.
Free for members, $59 for non-members. There are no CE’s available for this webinar.
1:00 PM EDT
to 2:00 PM
Tuesday
March 17, 2026
Ask Me Anything: What Happens When You Call the National Problem Gambling Helpline?
After strong interest and engagement in 2024, this popular “Ask Me Anything” session is back by request!
Have you ever wondered what happens on a call to the National Problem Gambling Helpline? In this live AMA event, Valerie Tebbetts, IGRS, BARA, a helpline operator from the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network, will provide insights and answer questions about the call experience – from the first point of contact to how privacy is protected and callers are connected to local treatment, and recovery resources. Participants will leave with a clearer picture of what callers experience and how the helpline provides support.
Price: This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar
1:00 PM EDT
to 2:00 PM
Friday
April 3, 2026
NCPG Strongly Endorses Introduction of Bipartisan POINTS Act to Establish First Dedicated Federal Funding for Gambling Addiction
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National Survey Finds Widespread Gambling Participation Before Age 21 Amid Public Concern About Youth Exposure Risk
While nearly two thirds of U.S. adults aged 21+ report gambling before age 21, only 15% of adults overall say they have...
NCPG Award Spotlight: Dr. Shandra Parks Champions Multicultural Wellness
This profile is part of a special series recognizing the 2025 NCPG National Awards recipients. Throughout the year, NCPG will...
Public Awareness Resources
Resources to help NCPG partners and stakeholders raise awareness about problem gambling and strengthen advocacy efforts with data.
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