GamCare and Ygam ran a competition for the younger generation to submit ideas for an awareness-raising film – which it has said will be freely available to schools and professionals.
The winning film, called The Gamble of Youth, was first shown last week at a private screening at a Birmingham cinema. It demonstrated the risks and potential harms of gambling in a way which also encouraged young people to speak out about their issues and seek help from professionals.
Nicole Barklam, Events Manager at GamCare, stated: “It’s inspiring to see young people take such an active interest in the harms that gambling can cause, and to be able to raise further awareness of the support options available, should anyone need it.
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