2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference

Problem Gambling Network of Ohio & Ohio for Responsible Gambling invites you to attend the 2026 Ohio Problem Gambling Conference which brings together national experts, state leaders, and local innovators in problem gambling prevention, intervention, treatment, recovery, research, administration, and safer-play. The two-day in-person conference will occur February 11-12, 2026 at the Ohioan Hotel and Event Center in Lewis Center, OH.

More details on the entire conference can be found at PGNOhio.org/conference.

Who Should Attend: Those interested in prevention and treatment of gambling disorder should attend, as well as healthcare professionals who are interested in how behaviors like gambling, substance use, and mental health issues are interconnected. In addition, gambling industry professionals interested in understanding risks and collaborating with community service providers should participate.

Objectives: 

As a result of the conference, attendees will be able to:

• Evaluate innovative approaches and evidence-based practices presented by national experts and local innovators to improve problem gambling prevention, intervention, treatment, and peer recovery support in their communities
• Design actionable strategies to promote responsible gambling and collaborate with service providers, operators, regulators, and community stakeholders, aligning efforts with insights gained from the conference
• Analyze the relationship between gambling disorders and co-occurring issues such as substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and risky behaviors across the lifespan to better inform prevention and treatment strategies

Ticket Options:

• Full Conference - $200.00
• Single Day (February 11) $125.00
• Single Day (February 12) $125.00

CEUs for the conference will be provided through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board, Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board, and International Gambling Counselor Certification Board.