eCOGRA, GamCare: Responsibility Is No Gamble

The group e-Commerce and Online Gambling Regulation and Assurance, better known as eCOGRA, is out to present a positive side of online gambling – and to make sure things stay kosher so that all-round respectability can be maintained.

Responsibility Seminar
The UK-based group recently concluded a seminar where about 40 gaming professionals were brought in for lectures on topics ranging from general principles on responsible gambling, to how to identify and deal with problem gamblers.

"For both humanitarian and ethical reasons and to correct adverse misperceptions by some, a comprehensive responsible gambling policy is a critical investment for any online gambling operation," said Bill Galston, who wears several hats, as former UK Gaming Board Chief Inspector, GamCare Trustee, and eCOGRA Independent Director.

"eCOGRA has made huge strides in this area in developing a set of best practice requirements for online gambling operations and this third course on the subject will coach managers in how to apply these tools," he continued.

Manifold Approach to Responsible Gambling
Partnering with eCOGRA in delivering the educational program was GamCare. A British organization as well, GamCare is active on two fronts.

The registered charity helps anyone, any individual gambler, to overcome a gambling problem. It is easily accessible and widely available for support, information and advice.

It is also active in the industry realm, working with and supporting the development and implementation of responsible practice by the gambling industry.

A large part of the training was delivered by GamCare's Amy Webster. Her lectures and discussions covered the prevention of underage gambling, psychological aspects of gambling addictions, and handling cases of compulsive players.