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December 2021 Task Force Meeting Notes

12/9/2021

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Members present: Amy Falcon, Debbie Snapp, Dawn Snodgrass, Juan Baez, Christa Roy, Larissa Craig, and Ethel Schneweis
 
Members present by phone: Meeting conducted through Google Meet.
 
Call to order and approve agenda: Amy Falcon
 
Review and Approval of Minutes: The minutes were not available and will be reviewed and approved next month.
 
Fiscal agent Financial Report: The financial report was not available for the meeting.
 
Agenda Item 1: Public Awareness: Amy led a discussion regarding the current advertising campaigns. These include radio, YMCA in Dodge City and Garden City, movie theater in Dodge City and billboards in Dodge City and Garden City.
 
Agenda Item 2: Membership: There are no new members at this time. Amy had recruitment packets available for task force members to take with them.
 
Agenda Item 3: Education: Nothing to report.
 
Agenda Item 4: Data Collection: Nothing to report.
 
Agenda Item 5: KDADS update: Juan gave the following KDADS update:
  • The latest version of the NGAGE survey results on attitudes and awareness focused on sports betting; NGAGE 2.0, should be available soon.
  • NCPG created different type of subsites in order to do advocacy and awareness with different populations and issues. This includes ncpgsurvery.org for the NGAGE survey, operationresponsiblegambling.org for military, and responsibleplay.org for responsible gambling.
  • The Gift Responsibly Campaign to encourage responsible gifting of lottery tickets and not to youth was participated in by 100% of state lotteries and many more non-lottery organizations. The campaign has also been designed to be used throughout the year.
  • The NCPG 2022 conference will take place in Boston. The dates will be July 20th and 23rd and the main conference will be July 21st and 22nd. The digital symposium will take place June 8th and 9th.
  • The NFL Foundation grant was provided to NCPG by the NFL. This will be a 3- year grant that will be approximately $2 million per year for 3 years. This funding will help with helpline improvements, prevention grants, and other initiatives.
  • NCPG reports that calls to the helpline are on pace to be the largest since 2015.
  • 2022 will mark the 50th anniversary of NCPG. A new logo for the anniversary will be created.
  • The NFL has been running commercial spots during all their games to encourage responsible gambling.
  • Draft Kings is providing grant funding to the 35 NCPG affiliate chapters in the amount of $15,000 per year for 3 years. Applications are being accepted for this funding.
 
Old Business: No old business to discuss.

New Business: No new business to discuss.

Next Meeting Reminder: January 13, 2022

Time of Adjournment: 2:30 p.m.
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The Southwest Kansas Problem Gambling Task Force Reminds Adults about the Risks of Giving Lottery Tickets to Children

12/7/2021

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Dodge City, KS – The Southwest Kansas Problem Gambling Taskforce announces its commitment as a non-lottery organization supporter of the 2021 Gift Responsibly Campaign, joining more than 80 other lotteries and community organizations from across the US and Canada, and around the world. The campaign is organized by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and the International Center for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors at McGill University. It is endorsed by the World Lottery Association (WLA) and the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL).

“Today’s announcement demonstrates the Southwest Kansas Problem Gambling Taskforce commitment to corporate social responsibility through the Gift Responsibly Campaign, which raises awareness about the risks associated with giving lottery products as gifts to minors during the holiday season -- or any time of the year,“ said Amy Falcon, Chair of the Taskforce. “Research linking early exposure to gambling to future problem gambling and other risky behaviors is why the Taskforce is involved in the campaign. Our message is a simple one: lottery tickets are appropriate gifts only for adults.”

Non-Lottery Organization support of NCPG’s Gift Responsibly Campaign involves encouraging age-appropriate play through public service announcements, social media, in-store signage, and retailer communications. The campaign will run throughout December.

“We are very appreciative of the Southwest Kansas Problem Gambling Taskforce efforts to educate adults and retailers about the potential consequences associated with underage lottery play,” said NCPG Executive Director Keith Whyte. “The evidence clearly shows that exposure to gambling as a youth increases the probability of gambling problems later in life. Regardless of what time of year it is, adults should find gift options for children other than lottery tickets.”

About the Southwest Kansas Problem Gambling Taskforce

Founded in 2008, the mission of the Southwest Kansas Problem Gambling Task Force is to raise awareness and provide education to individuals, families and communities to reduce the harmful effects of problem gambling. The Task Force is neither for nor against gambling, but concentrates on efforts to help those affected by problem gambling through public awareness, prevention and education programs and ensuring resources are available to problem gamblers and their families.

About the National Council on Problem Gambling
NCPG is the national advocate for people and families affected by problem gambling. NCPG is neutral on legalized gambling and works with all stakeholders to promote responsible gambling. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call or text the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700 or visit www.ncpgambling.org/chat for confidential help.

About International Center for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors at McGill University
For over 20 years, theInternational Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behavioursat McGill University has been at the forefront of leading-edge research aimed at identifying and understanding the critical factors related to youth gambling issues.

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