Ara Recovery For All: Launch Of Gambling Harm Community Connector Network

Join Us for the Launch of Our Gambling Harm Community Connector Network in Bournemouth!
Are you ready to make a tangible impact in your community? 🌟 This Community Connector Launch Event is all about grassroots action, empowering local leaders to create lasting change. Whether you're a community professional or someone passionate about making a difference, this event is for you. Join us at Pavilion Dance South West, Bournemouth on 22nd May for an exciting day of learning, networking, and growing together.

Event Objectives:

• Community-Centric Focus: This event is all about supporting local communities. We aim to empower you with the tools, resources, and training to tackle gambling harm at a grassroots level. 🌍
• Clear Referral Pathways: Learn how to establish clear, actionable referral pathways that connect individuals and families to the right support. Ensuring that people get the help they need is at the heart of this event. 🛠️
• Funding Opportunities: As part of the launch, we’ll also discuss funding opportunities available to support your community outreach initiatives. This is your chance to explore how you can bring your ideas to life! 💰

What to Expect:

• Inspiring Talks: Hear from Champion Community Connectors who have successfully implemented programs and initiatives in their communities. Learn from their real-life stories and successes. 🌟
• Interactive Training: Gain hands-on gambling harm training to equip you with the knowledge and skills to confidently engage and support your community. 📚
• Networking: Build valuable relationships with like-minded individuals and organisations dedicated to creating positive change. 🤝🤝🏽🤝🏿🤝🏼
• Lived Experience Sketch: Please note that the event will feature a lived experience sketch focused on gambling harm. This powerful performance will address the emotional highs and lows of gambling addiction and recovery. Some content may be triggering, so we encourage all participants to be mindful of their emotional well-being during the performance. ⚠️

• Morning Break: Tea, coffee, and refreshments will be provided. ☕🍩
• Lunch Break: Food will be provided for all attendees. 🍴🥪

Becoming a Community Connector means you’ll have access to ongoing support, resources, and guidance from Ara Gambling Service, part of the National Gambling Support Network. This is your chance to be part of a network that’s transforming lives and strengthening communities.

Ara is the regional NGSN provider for the South West of England and nationally in Wales. 🌍 We provide free and confidential support for anyone over the age of 16 impacted by gambling harms, including affected others. 💬 Our efforts within the National Gambling Support Network have flourished, assisting over 1,700 gamblers and affected individuals with structured interventions. 💪