How Are You Safeguarding Young People from Hidden Gambling Risks?
Today’s youth are immersed in environments where gambling is seamlessly integrated into daily activities, often without explicit recognition of its presence or risks.
Did you know?
during ONE Premier League football match in the UK, a young person can be exposed to up to 30 minutes of gambling-related advertising?
That's a staggering 6,491 gambling messages in just one match!
Gambling Harms Are Hiding in Plain Sight

Gaming Overlap
Many young people encounter gambling elements within video games, such as loot boxes, blurring the lines between gaming and gambling.

Social Media Ads
Platforms like Instagram and TikTok frequently display gambling advertisements, increasing exposure among adolescents.

Sports Sponsorships
Partnerships between gambling companies and sports teams or celebrities make gambling appear as a normal part of sports culture, influencing young fans.

Unsupervised Access
The shift of gambling activities to online platforms reduces adult supervision, allowing youths to engage without guidance or restriction.
Ready to Take Action and Protect the Next Generation?
Young people are growing up surrounded by gambling influences—often without realising the risks. Together, we can change that. Here’s how your school, organisation, or team can get involved and make a lasting impact.

Find out more about our workshops
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We Deliver the Session
Our expert team provides an engaging, age-appropriate workshop tailored to your setting.

Keep Learning
Access our online portal for ongoing learning, tools, and resources to support young people long after the workshop ends.
Our feedback
Feedback from professionals who have taken part in our workshops, sharing their experiences and the impact on the young people they support.
Member of Staff
I was really surprised to hear about the amount of gaming related gambling and how easily accessible it was for young people! Brilliant session for our learners.
Member of Staff
It was shocking to learn about the excessive amounts of advertisements and the role gambling has to play in video gaming. Excellent lecturer and pitched effectively for young people with neurodiverse needs.
Member of Staff
An eye opener to new online gaming forms of gambling. Great workshop. Very useful and relevant for my students. Thanks!
M Snowdon
The Gambling and Gaming Workshop that was provided by Adele at Ara, were absolutely wonderful. The students were thoroughly engaged throughout, and it was a fantastic opportunity. Adele did sessions, to a Year 8, 12 and 10s and the workshop covered everything and was spot on for each age group. We would absolutely love to see these sessions again in the future, and I would highly recommend to all schools.
E Gue
The session that was delivered to our Y12 students was relevant, engaging, informative and interactive covering a wide range of useful content, Adele the presenter was engaging, knowledgeable and involved the students within the session, we are looking forward to further workshops/sessions that we have planned for our students.
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to your questions about our workshops and gambling harm prevention initiatives.
What is Ahead of the Game?
Our goal is to empower individuals to make informed choices and stay ahead of the game went it comes to gambling harms. We offer free workshops to educate youth and their support networks about the risks of gambling, empowering them to make informed choices.
Professionals who complete our training also gain exclusive access to a dedicated online portal, providing updated resources, further education, practical tips, and ongoing support to help them effectively support young people at risk of gambling harms.
Who Can Attend Workshops?
Our workshops are designed for young people aged 11-24, as well as parents, carers, universities, colleges and professionals. We aim to reach schools and youth organisations across Wales and the South West. Everyone is welcome to participate and learn.
How Do I Book?
Booking a workshop is easy! Simply fill out our online form to schedule a session. Our team will then reach out to confirm the details.
What Topics are Covered?
Our workshops cover a range of topics focused on young people’s experience of gambling harms including the signs of gambling harm, the impact of gaming, and how to seek help. We provide tailored content for both young people and adults. Our aim is to equip participants with the knowledge to prevent gambling-related issues.
Where Can I Find Resources?
Our online resources are available once you have attended our free workshops. Resources are available on our website, including informative articles and interactive tools. We encourage both young people and adults to explore these materials. Stay informed and empowered to tackle gambling harm. If you need any specific support, please contact our team. We are more than happy to help.
Let’s Work Together to Safeguard Young People from Gambling Harms
Join our mission to educate, protect, and empower the next generation. Whether you’re a school, organisation, or professional, our free workshops give you the tools to make a real difference.