The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is making a concerted effort to promote Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM).
March 1 marks the beginning of PGAM providing the NCPG with the opportunity to further reduce the stigma of problem gambling while providing access to a slew of resources.
“PGAM is intentionally aligned with the NCAA basketball tournament, a time when gambling is a frequent topic of conversation,” said the NCPG. “March is a prime opportunity for organizations to promote a better understanding of what is and isn’t true about problem gambling. As millions of people engage with the tournament, it offers a unique moment to raise awareness about the risks of gambling, educate the public, and challenge common misconceptions.”
This year, the NCPG is providing a new theme for its annual observance of PGAM. The theme, “Seeking Understanding,” aims to build a public understanding of problem gambling as a mental health condition by overcoming misconceptions to gain insight into its impact.
The theme builds on last year’s “Every Story Matters” theme, which fostered the sharing of personal experiences in problem gambling. In 2025, the NCPG aims to continue driving the conversation of problem gambling by offering tips to address problem gambling concerns.
The tips include building compassion, sticking to the facts and approaching questions as educational opportunities.
NCPG seeks new executive director
The council is kicking off PGAM with a new interim executive director after Keith Whyte left the organization. Whyte had been with the NCPG for 27 years after joining in 1998.
Nancy Green has stepped in as interim director until a permanent replacement is found.
