About the Conference
When: Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Where: This year’s conference will take place in-person at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA.
Conference Theme: Equity in Action: Celebrating Community Voices
Applications have closed
About the Stipend Opportunity
The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment (M-TAC) is offering a stipend of $250 to conference participants to support expenses related to conference attendance. The stipend can be used to cover the conference registration fee, staff time, and travel expenses.
Applicants must register for the conference and receive confirmation of registration before applying for the stipend opportunity.
Full-day attendance (9 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) and completion of an honorarium form will be required. Stipends will be distributed following the conference, by June 30th.
This annual conference, hosted by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, offers participants an opportunity to learn about the many ways to limit and mitigate the harmful impacts of problem gambling and related issues on individuals, families, and communities.
The conference will provide a space for authentic discussion and dialogue, where individuals with lived experience and individuals with professional expertise can continue to advance the public health response.
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions!
About the Application
Who can participate?
- Professionals working for Massachusetts-based organizations who are interested in learning more about problem gambling treatment and recovery.
- Applicants must register to attend the conference.
- If needed, priority will be given to new recipients.
- Please note, Commonwealth of Massachusetts employees are not eligible to receive the stipend.
Interested in applying?
Step 1 – Register for the conference! This year’s conference will take place on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, in Springfield, MA.
Step 2 – Apply for the stipend!
