Interested in participating in the GambLGBTQ+ project?

This page gives you some more information on what the requirements to participate are and, if interested, directions on what to do next.

The GambLGBTQ+ project and Photovoice

GambLGBTQ+ is a research project seeking to understand gambling and related harms in LGBTQ+ communities. Research on LGBTQ+ gambling and gambling harms is limited, and the research that is available highlights the need for further research on the lived experiences of gambling for LGBTQ+ people and in particular those whose identities and backgrounds are minoritised and overlooked.

The University of Brighton are leading on GambLGBTQ+ in collaboration with LGBT Switchboard Brighton & Hove and YouGov and is funded by GambleAware. This part of the research uses photovoice, which means using photography to represent a topic or issue (such as how gambling has effected your life) from your perspective, and then discussing these photos in a small group or 1-2-1 interview, depending on your preference. Don’t worry if you feel you’re not a photographer or have no experience in taking photos. We will provide support and guidance to help you feel confident taking photos. You can choose to contribute your photos to a photo exhibition which will be held in Brighton in the summer. The group or interview will be in-person or online (we will do our best to take any preferences into account) and facilitated by the lead researcher and/or one of the peer researchers who are all LGBTQ+ themselves.

What are the criteria for participating in the project?

To participate you should be:

  • Aged 18 or older
  • live in the city of Brighton & Hove or the surrounding Sussex area
  • self-identify as LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or as having another minority sexual orientation or gender identity, or as intersex)
  • have some experience of the harms associated with gambling (e.g. financial harms, emotional, health, well-being and/or relationship harms, and employment and housing insecurity).
  • AND are included in one or more of the following groups:
    • from a minoritised race and/or ethnicity background.
    • are Gypsy, Roma, or Traveller,
    • are trans, non-binary and/or intersex.
    • are a migrant to the UK, a refugee, or an asylum seeker.
    • have previously or are currently experiencing homelessness or sleeping rough.

How do I express interest or get further information?

If you would like to express interest in participating or have any questions please send an email to Matt (they/them) at LGBTQgambling@brighton.ac.uk. They look forward to hearing from you.

Please let us know of any access needs and we will do our best to meet them. For instance, we can employ a language interpreter if needed.

 

A flyer for recruitment to the Gamble LGBTQ+ project. The text reads:Call for Participants Are you LGBTQ+ and have experience of gambling and related harms? We are recruiting participants for GambLGBTQ+ a project that seeks to understand the impact of gambling on LGBTQIA+ communities. In particular, we seek participation from those with a minoritised race and/or ethnicity background including Gypsy, Roma, or Travellers, those who are trans, non-binary and/or intersex, those who are migrants, refugees, or asylum seekers, and those who have previously or are currently experiencing homelessness or sleeping rough. Participation includes taking photos that represent your experience of gambling and discussing these in a small group or a 1-2-1 interview. Gambling includes spending money on games of chance including: In person or online casino games Scratch cards Betting on sports Fruit machines Loot boxes or gacha games Skins gambling Lottery Gambling harms can refer to, amongst other impacts: Financial difficulty and related stress. Mental health difficulties incl. anxiety & stress Issues with work and maintaining a job Relationship breakdown with friends, partners and families and feelings of isolation Housing insecurity and homelessness If you would like to find out more information, please contact Matt (they/them) at LGBTQgambling@brighton.ac.uk

Flyer with information on the project.

Support is available if you need it

In this section please find information and details of organisations who are here to help you whether with your own or another’s gambling, mental health, or debt.

  • LGBTQ+ Switchboard (national LGBTQIA+ support line) – Helpline open 10.00-22.00 every day. Call 0800 0119 100
  • Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard – helpline open 7-9:30 pm Mondays to Thursdays. Call 01273 204050
  • GamCare – Provides National Gambling Helpline – Free 24-7 0808 8020 133. GamCare also provide online live chat and a WhatsApp chat with an adviser on 020 3031 8881
  • Breakeven – Provides counselling support to those whose lives are effected by gambling. Self-refer using an online form or phone 01273 833 722.
  • Gamblers Anonymous – Provide peer-led group support on gambling. Phone 0330 094 0322. Meet in Brighton Mondays 19:30-21:00 at the Polish Community Centre, 78 Farm Road, BN3 1FD
  • Galop – Provides support to LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse and violence – Call 0800 999 5428
  • Step Change provide advice and support on debt. Access support online or Phone 0800 138 1111 Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 2pm.
  • The Samaritans – Call 116 123 – Free 24/7
  • MindOut – Provides LGBTQ+ Counselling which is run by and for LGBTQ+ communities.*
  • In an emergency, or if you or someone else is in danger, please dial 999.

*  We would like to make potential service-users of MindOut aware of a recent statement released by The Clare Project and a statement in response by MindOut.