Youth Gambling Awareness Program (YGAP)
The YMCA Youth Gambling Awareness Program is a free service offering educational prevention programs designed to raise awareness of youth gambling, healthy/active living and making informed decisions. Together with the Government of Ontario, the YMCA believes educational awareness programs are essential to enhancing personal development and creating healthier communities.
What does YGAP do in the community?
- Offer youth accurate information to reduce harm and assist in making informed choices around gambling and other high-risk activities.
- Deliver interactive, curriculum-based awareness workshops for youth ages 8 to 24.
- Offer educational workshops for parents, teachers, health professionals and other agencies and organizations working with youth.
- Plan and implement events designed to promote community awareness and involvement in issues related to youth gambling.
- Facilitate youth-driven initiatives to promote youth expression and community action related to gambling.
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