Our mission is to lead state and national stakeholders in the development of comprehensive policy and programs for all those affected by problem gambling. Our purpose is to serve as the national advocate for programs and services to assist people and families affected by problem gambling. And our vision is to improve health and wellness by reducing the personal, social and economic costs of problem gambling.

  • Responsible Gambling NSW have recently relaunched their 'Betiquette' responsible gambling awareness program (which originally ran in 2017). Targeted towards young males, the program uses common issues.
  • The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation is a statutory authority created by the Victorian Parliament to address the challenge of gambling harm in the Victorian community. We work with partners and communities to inform people about the risks of gambling, and to provide support to those who need it, including people affected by someone.

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The National Council is neither for nor against legalized gambling. NCPG is organized with 3 classes of members: state affiliate, corporate and individual. NCPG concentrates efforts on the national level, while the state affiliates work at the state and local level.

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Major National Council programs include:

  1. The National Problem Gambling Helpline Network (1-800-522-4700), a single national access point to local resources.
  2. The annual National Conference on Problem Gambling, the world’s oldest and largest problem gambling-specific conference.
  3. National Problem Gambling Awareness Month (annually in March).
  4. Holiday Lottery Responsible Gambling Campaign (annually in December).
  5. Administration of the International Certified Gambling Counselor (ICGC) credential.
  6. Providing education on problem gambling issues to Federal, state, tribal and international governments and agencies.
  7. Distribution of information on problem gambling and gambling addiction treatment, research and recovery.
  8. National referral resource on gambling counselors and treatment facilities.

History

The organization was founded in 1972 by Msgr. Joseph A. Dunne and Dr. Robert Custer, among others. From the outset the Council established two principles that remain in effect today: that the organization would be the advocate for problem gamblers and their families, and that it would take no position for or against legalized gambling. This stance is encompassed today in our vision and mission statements above. A history of the NCPG from 1972 to 1985 by Msgr. Dunne was published in the Journal of Gambling Studies, Vol. 1, Issue 1. Additional milestones:

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  • 1984: International Gambling Counselor Certification Program began as NCPG committee seeking to ensure excellence, effectiveness of counselors.
  • 1985: First National Conference on Gambling Behavior held in NYC
  • 1985: National Problem Gambling Helpline established
  • 2003: National Problem Gambling Awareness Week (NPGAW) started
  • 2009: International Holiday Lottery Responsible Gaming Campaign founded
  • 2012: Published first-in-the-US Internet Responsible Gambling Standards; endorsed by NCLGS
  • 2013: Published first triennial Problem Gambling Services Survey, partnering with APGSA
  • 2013: Created Social Games Consumer Protection Guidelines
  • 2014: NPGAW expanded to Month
  • 2015: Added Text and Chat to Helpline services
  • 2015: Created new Responsible Gaming programs:
    –Internet Gaming Compliance Assessment Program (iCAP)
    –NASPL-NCPG Lottery Responsible Gaming Verification Program (RGV)
  • 2016: Hosted first Summit on Sports & Gambling
  • 2017: GAO report on gambling addiction in military published, recommends routine screening; based on NCPG-championed legislation
  • 2017: Launched President’s Circle initiative
  • 2017: Hosted first Tribal Summit on Responsible Gaming

To join as a member, click here to view our Membership Types and Benefits.
To support NCPG with a tax-deductible contribution, click here to make on online donation or download a donation form.

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What is Responsible Gambling Awareness Week?

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Responsible Gambling Awareness Week is an annual initiative to increase awareness of gambling and gambling harm in the NSW community. In 2019 it will be held from 16 – 22 September. It is an opportunity to increase the community’s understanding of risky gambling behaviour, encourage people to recognise when their gambling may place them at risk of harm, provide information on practical ways to keep gambling under control and how to get help if they need it.

What is responsible gambling?

For individuals, responsible gambling is about exercising control and making informed choices. Responsible gambling is about keeping gambling within affordable limits of money and time, and only gambling in a way that is enjoyable, and in balance with other activities and responsibilities.

For individuals, gambling responsibly is about treating the experience as a fun activity or a social event, not as an investment or a way to make money. Gambling is not the answer to financial problems, nor is it a solution to feeling low, stressed or frustrated.

For gambling providers and operators, responsible gambling is the provision of safe, socially responsible and supportive environments where the potential for harm is minimised and where people can make informed decisions about their participation in gambling.

Why do we need to promote responsible gambling?

For most people gambling is an enjoyable and harmless activity. However, gambling is a serious issue for a small number of people in our community, and can be the cause of harm to themselves and others.

Problem gambling is characterised by difficulties in limiting money and/ or time spent on gambling which leads to adverse consequences for the gambler, others, or for the community. Gambling harm can relate to financial, health, relationships, education and employment, social and psychological wellbeing.

Why Check In?

During RGAW people are encouraged to ‘check in’ on their own, their family, friends and colleagues gambling and provide appropriate support or direction.

How can people check in?

The Office of Responsible Gambling has created a series of tools to assist in identifying risky behaviours, starting conversations and, if needed, seek help. People can use these tools to check in, or simply start a conversation.

Where can people get help?

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Gambling Help NSW provides free and confidential support for anyone experiencing problems with gambling, including family members and friends. Gambling Help provides:

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  • Phone counselling available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 858 858
  • Face to face gambling counselling in 270 locations across NSW
  • Online chat with a gambling counsellor via live online chat or email 24/7
  • Services for women and people from Aboriginal and multicultural communities
  • Financial counselling and legal help