Problem gambling biography
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National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
| Formation | 1972; 53 years ago (1972) |
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| Website | www.ncpgambling.org |
The National Council on Problem Gambling is an American nonprofit organization.
Problem gambling biography
Founded in 1972 by Joseph A. Dunne and Robert Custer, among others, it is the oldest organization on gambling issues in the United States. The Council established two principles:
The National Council's mission is to lead state and national stakeholders in the development of comprehensive policy and programs for all those affected by problem gambling[1] with the purpose of serving as the national advocate for programs and services to assist problem gamblers and their families.[2][3] It is neither for nor against legalized gambling.
The NCPG concentrates efforts on the national level, while the state affiliates work at the state and local level. NCPG's network of state affiliate, individual and corporate members include