Gambling | AddictionMental Health | Education
Empowering positive choices
Powerful, evidence-informed talks and workshops on gambling, addiction and mental health for schools, universities and sports organisations.
A story of recovery. A mission to educate.
GAM-Ed was founded by educational speaker Patrick Foster, who visits hundreds of educational establishments and sports organisations every year, speaking to pupils, students, parents, staff, athletes and coaches.
Patrick draws on his experience of gambling addiction to empower others to make informed choices, recognise problems and understand when to ask for help.
Read Patrick's story“The first step in change is acknowledging that there is a problem, and then realising that admitting you have a problem is not a sign of weakness but of courage.”
Patrick Foster, Founder of GAM-Ed
Sessions that make a difference
Practical, evidence-informed education for schools, universities and sports clubs.
Schools, colleges & universities
Age-appropriate talks and workshops for pupils and students on gambling awareness and mental health.
Parents & staff
Practical sessions that help parents and staff recognise gambling-related harm, start informed conversations and support young people.
Sports clubs
Specialist talks and workshops for athletes, coaches and support staff, exploring gambling risks, performance pressure and positive mental health.
What to expect
Recognise the warning signs
Understand behaviours that may indicate gambling-related harm.
Start better conversations
Give staff, parents and young people the confidence to talk about gambling and addiction.
Understand the risks
Explore how gambling products, advertising and digital environments affect behaviour.
Know where to find help
Signpost appropriate support when someone may be struggling.
What people say
“The personal story had a huge impact on all pupils and staff who listened to him, and this topic needs to be at the forefront of all PHSE programmes.”
Chris Townsend, Headmaster
Felsted School
“Patrick Foster’s story is compelling and important... Top-notch INSET and PSHE”
Headmaster
Eastbourne College
Organisations Patrick has worked with
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