EDUCATION FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Helping Young People Stay Ahead of Gambling Harms
Ahead of the Game is Ara’s free education programme, helping young people aged 11 to 24, and the adults who support them, to understand and recognise the risks of gambling. We deliver workshops across Wales and the South West for schools, colleges, universities, youth organisations and families.
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FREE. All of our workshops are delivered at no cost to schools, colleges and youth organisations
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professionals working with young people educated through Ahead of the Game
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young people in the South West of England and Wales took part in our programmes to raise awareness of gambling harms
Gambling harms are hiding in plain sight
Today’s young people are growing up in a world where gambling is everywhere. From loot boxes in video games and betting ads on social media, to sponsorship deals woven into the sports they love.
Gambling has become a normal part of everyday life for many young people, often without them even realising it.”
Without the right awareness and support, these early exposures can lead to harmful gambling behaviours later in life. That’s why early education matters.
The hidden risks young people face
Gaming Overlap
Many young people encounter gambling elements within video games, such as loot boxes, blurring the lines between gaming and gambling.
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Sports Sponsorship
Unsupervised Access
Free Workshops and Resources
Ahead of the Game delivers expert-led, interactive sessions tailored to your setting. Our workshops are completely free and available across Wales and the South West.
Workshops for Young People
Age-appropriate sessions for 11 to 24-year-olds, designed to help young people recognise gambling risks in gaming, social media and sport, and build the confidence to make safer choices.