Training Calendar

Join Us at the 2nd Annual Problem Gambling Prevention Conference! Be a part of the?Healthy and Informed Choices from Generation to Generation?conference on?Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center. This event is dedicated to raising awareness and offering crucial insights into preventing problem gambling—an issue that affects individuals, families, and communities. The conference features a dynamic lineup of expert speakers, interactive workshops, and engaging discussions. It's an ideal opportunity for healthcare professionals, counselors, educators, and anyone passionate about understanding the impact of problem gambling. You'll discover innovative strategies, evidence-based practices, and local resources designed to provide help, hope, and healing for those affected. Gain valuable tools and knowledge to support individuals struggling with gambling-related challenges. Connect with others who share your commitment to fostering healthier, more resilient communities. Exchange ideas, share experiences, and collaborate on impactful initiatives that can make a real difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a supportive environment that promotes?healthy choices and resilience.?Mark your calendar for March 19, 2025, and join us for a day of learning, connection, and action. Together, we can make a lasting impact—generation to generation. Register today and be part of the change!

The Sunrise Peer-Led Problem Gambling Support Program will be tabling in the Elm Building at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College for Problem Gambling Awareness Month outreach. We will be available on campus between 9:00am-1:00pm sharing educational materials and available resources with the student body and staff. As Certified Peer Support Specialists we utilize our lived experience to decrease stigma and bring hope to others. It is our mission raise awareness of problem gambling as an addiction and continue to grow a complete program of community support for our peers.

The WCPG’s 26th Annual Statewide Conference has been scheduled for March 20th & 21st, 2025! (pre-conference March 19th) It will be held at Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center in Onalaska, Wisconsin. Accommodations: A limited number of rooms are available on a first-come/first-serve basis. Reservations should be made prior to February 19, 2025, to be eligible for the conference rate of $90.00 (plus tax) per night. There is no guarantee if made after February? 19th.? The phone number is (608) 781-3060. Please reference Group Code 25WICPG. Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center is located at 3060 S Kinney Coulee Road, Onalaska Wisconsin 54650. Who Should Attend: Persons involved in problem gambling research, treatment, and/or prevention – Criminal Justice personnel – Employee Assistance personnel – Mental health professionals, social workers, addiction counselors – Friends and family – members of problem gamblers – Human resource staff – Elected and non-elected tribal officials – Elected state and municipal officials – Gaming industry personnel – Educators and students – Clergy – Compulsive Gamblers Continuing Education Units: Participants can earn up to 21.75 CEUs with attendance to the Pre-Conference, Awards Banquet, and Full Conference. We will be applying for CEU certifications through the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC), Employee Assistance Certification Commission (EACC), International Gambling Counselor Certification Board (IGCCB), Wisconsin Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (WAMFT), and National Association of Social Workers (NASW). All participants will receive a certificate of attendance within 6 weeks of the Conference.

State of Nebraska and Nebraska Council on Problem Gambling Governor Pillen will sign a proclamation recognizing March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in the state of Nebraska.

The Sunrise Peer-Led Problem Gambling Support Program will be in the Student Union at the University of North Carolina-Asheville on March 20th for Problem Gambling Awareness Month outreach. We will be available on campus sharing awareness education and available resources with the student body and staff. As Certified Peer Support Specialist, we use out lived experience to decrease stigma and bring hope to others. It is our mission to raise awareness of problem gambling as an addiction and continue to grow a complete program of community support for our peers. If you are in the Western North Carolina region on March 20th and want to know more about problem gambling and what Sunrise is doing in our community, come on out and see us. We look forward to seeing you there!