Emma Palzere-Rae will be presenting as part of this panel discussion at the National Council on Problem Gambling’s national conference. Emma was line producer and director for Beyond the Bet, a theater piece to raise awareness about problem gambling, created with Artreach, Inc.

The session:

What happens when prevention steps off the podium and onto the page, stage, and screen? This high-energy showcase spotlights bold storytelling approaches transforming youth gambling prevention—from a graphic novel and live theater production to culturally rooted empowerment campaigns and data-informed narrative strategy. Discover how creative expression and lived experience can spark dialogue, shift norms, and make prevention messages stick. Walk away inspired, and equipped, to harness the power of story to connect with young people in authentic, culturally relevant ways.