The Bristol Hub for Gambling Harms Research is holding a webinar next week about ‘The Role of Performing Arts in Educating the Youth Against Harmful Gambling in Uganda’. I’m really keen to get more Arts and Humanities researchers engaged in the Hub so please can you share this with anyone you think might be interested.

 

Date: 19^th March

Time: 1-2pm (UK time)

 

Seminar Abstract:

Uganda, with a young and growing urban population, has witnessed a rise in gambling, especially in urban centers. The aim of our study was to examine the role of performing arts in shaping responsible gambling practices among the youth in Uganda. This study involved participants 25–34 years (66%) which constituted the largest proportion of participants, followed by 18–24 years (34%). Data were gathered using mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) deploying; interviews, questionnaires, and focus group discussions. Findings suggested that gambling behaviors are more prevalent among young adults, who are either in school or starting to pursue their careers. Results showed that a significant majority had engaged in gambling (68%), underscoring its widespread in the urban population. Music was the most preferred (68%) followed by theatre/drama (32%) as a tool for promoting responsible gambling messages. Although financial problems were identified as the main consequences of harmful gambling (87%), mental health was equally affected (63%) among others. Results were discussed in terms of implications for increased awareness of harmful gambling practices by use of culturally relevant interventions as well as policy change initiatives and community engagement.  

 

To register for this webinar please register on Zoom.