Welcome to European Safer Gambling Week 2026

The European Safer Gambling Week is an annual pan-European initiative organised by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) to raise awareness about safer gambling and reinforce a strong culture of player protection, uniting stakeholders in a common mission to promote safe and sustainable play.

This year’s theme, Play Smart, Stay Protected, encourages players to make informed choices, use the safety tools available to them, and choose legal sites that protect them.

From 16-22 November 2026, we’re bringing together Europe’s gambling sector to share resources, exchange best practices, discuss the latest developments in research and regulation, and ensure that players have access to the tools and support they need to play safely.

Play Smart, Stay Protected

Now in its sixth year, the initiative has evolved into a pan-European movement. What started in 2021 grew last year to 24 countries and more than 220 participating organisations, including gambling operators, national gambling authorities, technology providers, support organisations, and research institutions.

The impact of the initiative continues to expand each year, with millions of players receiving important safer gambling messages in their own languages. Through a coordinated social media campaign, educational events, and outreach, we’re aiming to amplify messages that make safer gambling awareness accessible to everyone.

What to Expect in 2026

Coordinated Social
Media Campaign

Together with our partners, we’ll be sharing safety messages under this year’s theme, Play Smart, Stay Protected, aiming to reach millions of players with practical tips and support resources in their local languages.

Specialised Events

Throughout the week, we’ll be hosting and facilitating conferences, workshops, and webinars that bring together stakeholders to share best practices and innovations in player protection and discuss the latest research and regulatory developments.

Pan-European Collaboration

There will be organisations participating from across Europe’s gambling sector, from major operators and national regulators to local support services, all promoting the same player safety messages together.

join us

This year’s European Safer Gambling Week will take place from 16-22 November 2026. Whether you’re an operator looking to reach more players with safety messages, a support organisation wanting to signpost the help resources available to players, or a regulator interested in showcasing your safer gambling initiatives, the initiative provides you with a platform to amplify your efforts.

Together, we’re not just promoting safer gambling for one week. We’re reinforcing a strong culture of player protection that lasts 365 days a year.

stay in control
get involved
events