About the Conference

When: Wednesday, June 4th, 2025.

Where: The conference will take place in-person at the Four Points by Sheraton in Norwood, MA from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Conference FAQs

Conference Theme

Equity in Action: Mobilizing Data to Inform Policy and Practice in the Commonwealth

The conference will highlight a public health approach to problem gambling. Participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Understand the concepts of equity, engagement, and empowerment  
  • Explore ways to utilize data to inform policy and practice 
  • Identify ways to incorporate data to inform policy and practices within your roles and organizations.

About the Stipend Opportunity

Awardees will receive a stipend of up to $250, which can be used to cover any/all of the following expenses to support conference attendance:  

  • Staff time to attend the conference
  • Travel expenses to/from the conference (mileage, tolls, transit costs, hotel accommodations, etc.)
  • Conference registration fee

This is a great opportunity to meet individuals who are working toward advancing the public health response to problem gambling while leading with equity.

If you have any questions regarding the opportunity or the application, please contact us at [email protected].

This initiative is being offered by the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment (M-TAC) and Project Build Up (PBU) programs. Project Build Up (PBU) is a workforce development program for Massachusetts-based organizations providing problem gambling treatment, recovery, and support services.

About the Application

Who can participate?

  • Professionals who work in Massachusetts, and are interested in learning more about problem gambling treatment and recovery.
  • Priority will be given to geographic and professional representation.
  • Please note, Commonwealth of Massachusetts employees are not eligible for this stipend.

Important Steps for Awardees

Step 1 – Save the date on your calendar to attend the conference on June 4th, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at the Four Points by Sheraton in Norwood.

Step 2 – Register to attend the conference (Click here).

Step 3 – Complete and submit the online application below by May 12th, 2025.

Step 4 – Notifications will be sent out on May 23rd, 2025.

Final Step – Stipends will be issued by June 26th, 2025. *Please note, in order to receive the stipend, awardees must attend and participate in the full conference.

Submit your application by May 12th, 2025

2025 Massachusetts Problem Gambling Conference Stipend Application Form

This application form is intended for candidates who are interested in receiving a stipend to cover expenses associated with the 2025 Massachusetts Problem Gambling Conference.

Have you registered for the 2025 Massachusetts Problem Gambling Conference to be held on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 from 8:00am to 5:00pm at the Four Points by Sheraton Norwood?(Required)
*Please note, in order to receive the stipend, awardees must attend and participate in the full conference. Stipends will be distributed after the conference. **Commonwealth of Massachusetts employees are not eligible to receive this stipend.
Did you receive a stipend previously to attend the 2024 Massachusetts Problem Gambling Conference?(Required)
Previous awardees are encouraged to submit an application, however, priority will be given to first-time applicants.
Contact Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Work Address(Required)
How do you anticipate using the stipend? (Receipts not required)(Required)
Select all that apply.
Have you ever participated in any of the learning opportunities offered by M-TAC? (including live trainings and/or on-demand courses)(Required)


M-TAC and PBU are funded by the MA Department of Public Health, Office of Problem Gambling Services

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