Training & Research

Training Calendar

We believe it’s crucial to advance diverse perspectives on problem gambling. Here, you’ll find events hosted by leaders, researchers, clinicians and advocates from a wide range of communities and backgrounds. Many of our trainings also offer gambling-specific CEs!

NATIONAL TRAINING Calendar
May
12
Tue
2026
Agility Grants: A Model for Community Prevention
May 12 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
NCPG’s Agility Grants initiative, generously funded by the NFL via the NFL Foundation, provides structured funding to communities to empower and implement problem gambling prevention programs. This session will explore the program’s origins, design principles, and evaluation approach, identifying strategies for scaling, measuring, and sustaining prevention initiatives across diverse populations. Attendees will gain practical strategies for building, growing, and evaluating prevention programs that align with evidence-based practices and advance public health goals. This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required. There are no CE’s available for this webinar.  
Jun
10
Wed
2026
Virtual Problem Gambling Advocacy Day
Jun 10 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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. Every voice makes a difference. 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. Registration Deadline: May 18, 2026
Jun
16
Tue
2026
Practical Steps for Effective Program Evaluation
Jun 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Program evaluation is a critical process for assessing if a program is being implemented as intended and achieving its desired results. This webinar frames evaluation as an iterative, adaptive practice rather than a rigid sequence, emphasizing flexibility through the principle of “start anywhere, follow it everywhere.” This session will examine key steps, including defining the scope of evaluation, forming teams, selecting appropriate designs, and aligning measurement strategies with program objectives. The discussion will compare formative, outcome, and developmental evaluation approaches, highlighting practical implications and resource considerations. This webinar is free for members and $59 for non-members. There are no CE’s available for this webinar
Jul
14
Tue
2026
Agility Grants Fall 2026 Info Session
Jul 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This 60-minute webinar provides an overview of the National Council on Problem Gambling Agility Grants program and application process for the upcoming funding cycle. Open to all applicants, the session will highlight key updates and requirements to be aware of before applying. Topics include: – Program goals, priorities, and eligibility – Examples of funded prevention projects – Application process, timeline, and review criteria – Key application updates, including required components – Guidance on the required logic model and evaluation alignment – Tips, resources, and Q&A Price: This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required. CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar.