Behavioral Interventions to Prevent Online Gambling Participation

Rapid digitalisation has created new economic opportunities but also exposed people to new financial risks. Despite growing internet access, many low-income households continue to face financial insecurity and have limited support to cope with unexpected expenses. With limited savings to fall back on, financial pressures may lead some households to seek quick ways to earn money. In this context, online gambling has become an increasingly accessible but risky option, attracting people with the promise of quick financial gains despite the potential for significant losses and legal consequences, further damaging households’ well-being. Researchers are collaborating with one of the major religious-based community organizations to develop family and community-based interventions aimed at reducing gambling-related harms among vulnerable populations. The findings from the pilot will help identify effective strategies to protect households from financial risks and ensure they can benefit from digital financial services.