Problem Gambling Advocacy Day
Problem gambling and responsible gambling advocates from across the country convene annually for the National Council on Problem Gambling’s Advocacy Day.
Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day is June 10, 2026
Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day is a powerful and impactful event where individuals, organizations, and advocates come together to raise awareness and educate legislators about the critical issue of problem gambling.
Registration Deadline: May 18, 2026
Why should I participate in Advocacy Day?
Engagement
Every voice makes a difference at Advocacy Day; and it’s your chance to let your lawmakers know that you care about developing strong public policies relating to problem gambling and appropriating the necessary funding for education, research, treatment and prevention. Experienced advocates coordinate each lawmaker meeting, but it’s the faces and stories from their district that lawmakers remember.
Education
During Advocacy Day you will have the opportunity to educate your legislators about the effectiveness of problem gambling prevention, education and treatment. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to tell members of your congressional delegation and/or their key staffers about your organization, and what you’re accomplishing in the community.
Schedule
Thursday, May 28, 2026 |
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| Time | Location | Details |
| 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET | Zoom | Team Leader Training |
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 |
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| Time | Location | Details |
| 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET | Zoom | All Advocate Training |
Advocacy Day: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 |
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| Time | Location | Details |
| 10:00 am – 11:00 am ET | Zoom | Welcome Rally for Advocates |
| 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm ET | Zoom | Congressional Meetings |
| 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm ET | Zoom | Celebratory Debrief Session |
Speak Up for Change
Every voice makes a difference on Advocacy Day. It’s your chance to speak out in favor of problem gambling awareness, educate your legislators on the importance of strong public policies, and share impactful stories from your community.
At the end of the day, lawmakers rarely remember facts and figures. They remember the faces and stories of the people they represent.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no cost to participate in Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day.
No, Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day is open to anyone.
Yes! Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day is designed to be welcoming for first-time advocates. Before meetings begin, you’ll receive training and materials on the policy asks, what to expect in meetings, and how to share your story in a way that feels clear, comfortable, and effective.
No. NCPG will schedule your appointments for you and provide you with a meeting schedule for Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day. However, if you have a personal connection to your Member of Congress or a member of their staff, please let us know through the registration process.
Advocates are assigned to teams of 3–6, led by an experienced Team Leader, and will have 2–5 virtual meetings with offices representing their state. Advocates will take turns sharing information and personal anecdotes with congressional staff and provide factsheets and other resources for staffers.
No, this is not a partisan event. Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day is an opportunity to educate the elected officials from your state. Even if you did not personally vote for them, they should hear from you!
We want to make sure that all advocates are prepared. During the training, we will review the policy requests, walk through what to expect on Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day and give you a chance to meet your team and practice together before your meetings.
We ask advocates to commit to participating in activities from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET. We start the day with a 30-minute rally session, then teams meet for 30 minutes. Meetings with congressional offices are scheduled between 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM ET and we end the day with a 30 minute debrief session.
NCPG strives to make Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day accessible to all. Zoom features include live captioning, transcription, and screen reader access. Training sessions will be recorded and shared. To request accommodations, email Emily Rosenberg at EmilyR@NCPGambling.org by May 15, 2026.
