National Council on Problem Gambling

NCPG is excited to welcome Little Wheel, LLC as a new Silver Organizational Member!   NCPG Organizational Members help to sustain NCPG’s programs and enjoy significant membership benefits. To learn more about becoming a member, visit NCPGambling.org/membership 

NCPG has developed a PSA to promote responsible gambling tips during the upcoming football season. Two versions (30 and 15 seconds) are now available on the NCPG website and may be used to promote ResponsiblePlay.org in your community. "High-Top Tips" keeps things light, demonstrating the role that friends can play in encouraging gambling responsibly.  📢Download the PSA & explore the Responsible Play toolkit: https://lnkd.in/gPZtXDC9 

Join NCPG on September 19th, 2024 for “Exploring Responsible Gambling: Insights from Industry Leaders.” Participants will explore responsible gambling practices, state-specific frameworks, and innovative programs, gaining insights into player engagement, early harm markers, public health benefits, and practical strategies for promoting responsible gambling.  Learn more and register today: NCPGambling.org/DS2024 

Did you know? September marks both Responsible Gaming Education Month and National Recovery Month. Responsible Gaming Education Month (#RGEM) underscores the industry's role in advancing responsible gambling policies and initiatives. National Recovery Month, established in 1989, aims to raise public awareness about addiction treatment and recovery services. #RGEM2024 #RecoveryMonth2024 

Every week, NCPG Executive Director Keith Scott Whyte shares a portion of the hundreds of gambling-related articles and items he reads each week. This week's clips include:                Sources: Notre Dame Suspends Men’s Swimming Program One Year After Gambling Investigation   https://lnkd.in/eyj6XcUD    NFL Star Chris Jones Offers to Pay for $1.5 Million Worth of Stolen Chicken Wings After Cafeteria Worker Is Sentenced   https://lnkd.in/gBTqniNN     The church allows gambling—but it never expected DraftKings   https://lnkd.in/gVZQqZDw    ‘It’s David v Goliath’: a recovering addict takes on TikTok’s gambling influencers  https://lnkd.in/eu2n_82r     Sports gambling takes a toll on Americans' checkbooks, research shows   https://lnkd.in/gBnR6UWV?    Survey estimates 10% of Brazil population has suffered gambling-related financial issues  https://lnkd.in/gBBDAxMZ 

The 2024 National Conference on Gambling Addiction & Responsible Gambling was a great success, offering leading education and networking opportunities to over 575 attendees! We extend our sincere thanks to the 2024 sponsors for supporting this important work and helping to make the event possible.  #NCPG2024

Every week, NCPG Executive Director Keith Scott Whyte shares a portion of the hundreds of gambling-related articles and items he reads each week. This week's clips include:     NFL continues partnership with National Council on Problem Gambling with new three-year, $6.4 million commitment  https://lnkd.in/gmDqrNSD    NFL makes in-person gambling policy education mandatory for players  https://lnkd.in/gj74wBJ5    NFL increases its gambling policy education, renews its commitment to responsible betting  https://lnkd.in/gZDcGDrF    NFL Extends Partnership with NCPG Through $6.4M Grant  https://lnkd.in/gWCTVQQB 

NCPG has two Digital Symposium Sessions left in 2024, including workshops on the evolution of responsible gambling practices in September and an expert-led presentation on cultural awareness in problem gambling treatment and prevention in November. Held quarterly, these sessions offer a platform for professionals, researchers, and stakeholders to explore key topics, enhancing understanding of problem gambling and responsible gambling. Register today: NCPGambling.org/DS2024 

We are excited to announce that the National Football League (NFL) has renewed its partnership with NCPG with a new three-year, $6.4 million commitment to continue to bolster nationwide problem gambling prevention services and promote responsible gambling initiatives. The new grant follows the NFL’s original three-year, $6.2 million grant awarded in October 2021. Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/gq-6QczR

Every week, NCPG Executive Director Keith Scott Whyte shares a portion of the hundreds of gambling-related articles and items he reads each week. This week's clips include:               Study: Problem Gambling Treatment Can Reduce Depression, Anxiety   https://lnkd.in/gnMiYi4c    Schuetz: Scenes From BetBash, The Soul Of The Sports Betting Industry   https://lnkd.in/emu99Hx4    The Two Jakes: Ex-Yankees Prospect Shares Story Of Gambling Addiction   https://lnkd.in/gNpyeBzR