Champions of Change: Addressing Gambling Harms Together

The New York Council on Problem Gambling is announcing a call for proposals for 2026 Annual Conference speakers!

With an average of approximately 300 attendees from across New York State representing prevention, treatment, and recovery services, the Annual Conference is a fantastic opportunity to share your expertise on gambling-related topics!

If you're interested in presenting at the 2026 Annual Conference, please review the criteria below and direct any questions to nycpgtraining@nycpg.org. If you would like additional information about the annual conference, you can find updates here.

Criteria for 2026 Annual Conference Speakers:
  • Preference given to NYS speakers, presentations, and topics demonstrating a strong application to NYS gambling related topics.
  • NYCPG will waive the cost of registration if selected.
  • This is an in-person speaking engagement.
  • Dates for conference are 3/10-3/12/26.
  • Proposals must be submitted by end of day 10/3/2025.

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* 1. Presenter Name(s) AND credentials (if applicable) as you'd like it to appear in conference materials

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* 2. Are you applying to present with a Co-Presenter or panel? (If no, please place N/A in additional presenter box in question 3).

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* 3. Applicant Contact Information

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* 4. Course Outline for proposed workshop:
Example Outline:
Intro
What is Gambling
How gambling impacts health
Warning signs of gambling harm
Brain changes related to addiction
Resources
Closing
Note: Please show a clear connection to gambling and how it related to prevention, treatment, and/or recovery.

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* 5. Description/Overview of content and how it relates to gambling. (3-5 sentences about the presentation, topics that will be covered.) Example: This session will help participants learn what gambling is, the possible warning signs of gambling harms, how to start conversations about gambling, and resources available.

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* 6. Educational goals related to gambling. (3-5 sentences about the expected outcomes and overall goals of the course).

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* 7. Educational Objective(s) (Provide specific objectives that will increase knowledge related to gambling topics). Example: 1. Participants will be able to identify possible warning signs of risky behavior related to substance use and youth gambling. 2. Participants will learn the differences between gaming and gambling. 3 objectives requested. etc.

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* 8. Related experience of applicant (Please provide 3-5 sentences of experience related to the workshop that will be delivered. Please include experience of any participating co-presenters/panelist).

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* 9. Training Experience
Please include a summary of any teachings/trainings, relevant to this course work/training. Please include training experience of any participating , co-presenters/panelists.)

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* 10. Please upload resume or CV and include any education, work experience, or background that connects to the topic(s) being discussed.

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* 11. The target audience for this presentation would be
(Please check all that apply)

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* 12. Presenter Bio: (3-5 Sentences about the speaker's professional experience and what makes them passionate about the topic. To be used to introduce the speaker/marketing. Please include a bio for all speakers including co-presenters and/or panelists.)

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* 13. Please upload a headshot photo to be used in marketing.

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* 14. Provide website/ social media links to request NYCPG tag in marketing materials. If no social media or website, please add "NA" in other text box.

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* 15. Indicate the Name(s) of the presenter(s) applying next to credentials or certifications they hold. Please include the name AND the license/credential number. Example: CPP Line (Jane Smith CPP 35628)

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* 16. Would you be willing to do a promo video for your session (30 seconds or less?)

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* 17. I acknowledge this is an unpaid, in person speaking engagement, from 3/10-3/12/26. If selected, NYCPG will waive the cost of registration for the conference.

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* 18. I understand that if I am selected, presentations must demonstrate a clear connection to gambling. New York impact specific topics will be given priority.

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* 19. If my presentation is not selected for the NYCPG Annual Conference, I would be interested in doing a presentation at a later time.

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* 20. I recognize that submitting an incomplete or blank application could affect my chances of being selected for the conference.

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* 21. Are you a New York based speaker who lives and/or works in New York State?

Notification of selection will be provided to speakers by 11/22/25

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