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OUR SOCIAL PURPOSE
We help people gamble responsibly, and keep gambling away from kids. We teach people about the risks and connect those who need help with treatment.
DREAM / AIM
GAMSAFE wants the gaming industry to be a safe, reliable and eco-friendly place. We dream to see everyone in the gaming ecosystem work together to make it happen.
OUR VALUES
We care deeply about people (human-centric) and that's reflected in our core values. We believe in being excellent, supportive, and inventive in everything we do.
We're the harbinger of change!
Gaming Safe (GamSafe) Initiative, was incorporated with the social focus to inform, educate and advocate for better gaming/gambling policies and laws to protect both the under-aged and the vulnerable. We are committed to educating students about underage gambling prevention and intervention and to promote responsible gaming for people through our programmes.
What problems do we address ?
The Problem : Gambling
In 2013, gambling addiction was classified as a mental disorder, by the American Psychiatric Association, aligning it with addictions to drugs and alcohol. Studies show it has the highest suicide rate among these addictions. The root of this addiction is our passionate focus. We acknowledge its sensitive and compulsive nature, exacerbated by limited assistance compared to more developed regions with institutions addressing this issue.
Addressing Policy Gaps
Nigeria ranks 3rd in gambling prevalence on the continent, behind SA and Kenya. With over 730 billion Naira spent annually on sports betting, and earnings of at least 2 billion Naira daily, its now a pervasive social activity. Despite this, there's a lack of effort to tackle underage participation. We aim to address this issue.
Underage Gambling
Young people who gamble are at higher risk of poor academic performance, delinquency, and strained relationships with family and friends, hindering their early life goals. In Nigeria, one in ten adolescents partake in gambling, increasing the risk of developing a gambling disorder. We're proactively addressing this issue with intervention programs tailored for adolescents and teens.
Closing the Gap in Digital Education & Skills.
Unemployment often fuels problem gambling, particularly among youth drawn to the allure of quick wealth. To combat this, we aim to close the gap in digital literacy and skill acquisition. By providing alternative avenues for wealth generation beyond gambling, we plan to collaborate extensively with relevant stakeholders.
OUR METHODOLOGY
We harness the vibrant energy and creativity of students by organising educational and awareness campaigns
We team up with corporate entities that understand the importance of educating their staff about responsible gambling practices.
Our partnered accredited clinical psychologists utilise a range of scientific methods to combat gambling addiction and ensure recovery.
We understand the sensitive and compulsive nature of problem gambling. Our organisation offers a compassionate and non-judgmental environment where you can openly express your concerns. You can contact us for personalised services designed to tackle problem gambling, with the assurance that any data you share will be securely processed in compliance with local laws and regulations. Please be aware that by using our services, you consent to the usage and processing of your data. For further details, you can review our privacy policy.
COMMENDATION
“Well done on the efforts you are making to provide alternative opportunities for young people in Nigeria. Wishing you all the best for future projects.’’
“Great move, more wins and success stories is my prayer for you as you champion the fight against gaming addiction in the Nigerian Gaming Industry.”
“The quantity of gambling exposure is alarming, and I reckon that we need to increase the quantity of gambling interventions in the country. But beyond quantity, we surely need quality interventions, and GamSafe is no doubt doing just that. Big ups to the team!”