Chinese Gambling Concern Inc launches new support services
I was pleased today to launch the Chinese Gambling Concern Inc’s new gambling support services for the Chinese community in Victoria, funded by a grant from the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation (VRGF). It is important that help for people with gambling problems, and advice about how to avoid problem gambling, is available for people with a range of different language and cultural backgrounds. Chinese Gambling Concern Inc was established in 1996 and has operated to da…te with volunteer and part time staff. The VRGF funding will enable the CGCI to introduce a range of new and expanded support services. For further information about Chinese Gambling Concern, Inc, visit: cgci.org.au.
The establishment of the VRGF has been a central part of the Coalition Government’s initiatives to help tackle problem gambling. The funding of $150 million over four years providef for the VRGF is the largest financial commitment to address problem gambling in Australian history. Through the Foundation, Victoria now has one of the most comprehensive strategies for prevention, education, research and support services in Australia. For further information, visit: www.responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au.