Key Moments:
- The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has launched the official website for European Safer Gambling Week 2025 (ESGW25) at www.safergambling.eu.
- ESGW25 is scheduled to run from 17-23 November 2025, with the new platform providing resources, event details, and support contacts.
- The initiative, now in its fifth year, previously engaged 195 organizations from 26 countries, reaching 3.1 million individuals in its last edition.
Comprehensive Online Resource for ESGW25
The European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) has introduced the official digital hub for European Safer Gambling Week 2025 (ESGW25). Located at www.safergambling.eu, the website plays a central role in preparing the sector for the initiative, which is slated for 17-23 November 2025.
This platform is designed to serve both players and industry stakeholders with a range of resources focused on safer gambling. Several sections have been integrated to advance player protection efforts and promote widespread participation.
Key Website Features
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Support Resources | A detailed help section with access to helplines and support services throughout Europe, including national contact details and self-exclusion systems. Players may access confidential support in multiple languages. |
| Events Programme | An updated agenda listing conferences, workshops, and webinars covering crucial topics in player protection. Stakeholders may register for events and view the program. |
| Safer Gambling Tips | Guidance for players on identifying warning signs, practical control strategies, and the core messages promoting safer gambling that define this year’s initiative. |
Collective Action for Safer Gambling
ESGW25 marks the fifth consecutive year for this initiative, emphasizing collaboration across Europe’s gambling sector to foster a safe and sustainable gaming environment. In the previous edition, 195 organizations from 26 countries participated, advancing important safety messages to 3.1 million people through social media campaigns, educational activities, and stakeholder engagement.
How to Participate
Organizations including operators, regulators, support groups, trade bodies, technology vendors, and other sector participants are encouraged to join ESGW25. Campaign graphics are available in 27 languages by request via the official website. For comprehensive event listings and details about participation, interested parties are directed to www.safergambling.eu.
- Author
Daniel Williams
