EPIC and imatta announce new partnership to increase support for those facing problem gambling issues
EPIC Global Solutions and imatta have confirmed an innovative new partnership aimed at increasing the availability of support for those experiencing problem gambling issues.
The two pioneering organizations will work together to provide resource materials via the imatta platform which help visitors to recognize the signs of gambling-related harm – based on EPIC staff’s lived experience of the issue – and then signpost those in need to imatta’s specialist treatment providers, to ensure they are assisted in a psychologically safe and caring environment.
Through the above strategy, the two parties will be collaborating on the creation of educational content, responsible gambling resources, leadership modules and wellbeing initiatives.
They will also be looking to provide joint thought leadership for their respective industries to promote issues relating to responsible gambling, player protection, industry integrity, mental health and wellbeing; leveraging the expertise, insights and platforms of both organizations to provide thought-provoking guidance for wider audiences.
“At imatta, we believe that effective prevention and meaningful support start with collaboration,” said Chris Perry Metcalf, CEO, imatta.
“Partnering with EPIC Global Solutions allows us to combine our deep expertise in treating gambling-related harm with EPIC’s unparalleled lived experience and leadership in harm prevention. Together, we are building clear, compassionate pathways that help individuals not only recognize the signs of gambling harm but also access the right support, quickly and safely.
“We’re proud to work alongside EPIC to set new standards in education, protection, and wellbeing for all those affected.”
“This partnership with imatta represents a powerful alignment of purpose, values, and innovation,” explained Mike Holinski, EPIC’s VP of partnerships.
“By combining EPIC’s global expertise in gambling harm prevention and mental wellbeing with imatta’s cutting-edge, anonymous learning and engagement platform, we’re creating meaningful pathways for support, education, and impact.
“At EPIC, we believe collaboration is essential to tackling the most complex challenges across sport, gambling, and corporate wellbeing. Together with imatta, we’re setting a new benchmark for how organizations can integrate support, education, and digital innovation to truly make a difference.”
