Annual Conference

2026 Annual Conference Information Below

 

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It is important for those affected by the harms associated with gambling and people close to those with a gambling problem can suffer impacts that include conflicts in relationships, financial strain, and feelings of anger, fear, shame or worry.

For more information and to get help,

call the NYS OASAS HOPEline anytime at 1-877-846-7369.

For additional resources, please visit https://oasas.ny.gov/gambling or https://oasas.ny.gov/prevention/gambling

                                                                 

Champions of Change: Addressing Gambling Harms Together

 

The 2026 Annual Conference celebrates the power of collaboration, innovation, and dedication with our theme: “Champions of Change: Addressing Gambling Harms Together. We invite you to join us in Albany, NY March 10-12th, 2026.

Across the field, partners and community members are creating a meaningful impact and building stronger pathways for prevention, treatment, recovery, wellness, and community support. This event is an opportunity to infuse an awareness of gambling harms with a focus on expanding supports and services across NYS. Connect with champions who are driving progress, learn new strategies and solutions, and build your professional toolkit in meaningful and practical ways.

Throughout the event, attendees can look forward to:

  • Inspiring keynote presentations from leaders and trailblazers in the field.
  • Breakout sessions and workshops led by experienced practitioners, community leaders and emerging voices.
  • Evidence-based insights and actionable tools you can put to work immediately.
  • Networking opportunities that encourage new partnerships and collaborations.
  • Partners showcasing resources from across NYS in our exhibitor hall.

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  • Dates: March 10-12th, 2026
  • Location:

    Conference Information

    Conference Location:

    Albany Marriott

    189 Wolf Road
    Albany, New York 12205

    Tel: +1 518-458-8444

    Complimentary Parking at the Hotel

     

     

    Hotel Information

    Albany Marriott

    189 Wolf Road
    Albany, New York 12205

    Tel: +1 518-458-8444

    Complimentary Parking at the Hotel

    Room Block Information will be posted when available in January 2026

     

    Conference Dates:

    Tuesday, March 10th 2025 – Pre-Conference Sessions 12:30 – 6pm

    Wednesday, March 11th – Main Conference Day 1 8:30am – 5:30pm

    Thursday, March 12th – Main Conference Day 2 8:30am – 3:30pm

     

    Travel Information:

    Flying

    Albany International Airport

    737 Albany Shaker Rd

    Albany, NY 12211, USA

    Albany International Airport is located 2.1 miles from the Marriott Albany. A free shuttle service runs between the hotel and the airport.

     

    Train

    Albany – Rensselaer Station

    525 East St, Rensselaer, NY 12144

    Albany-Rensselear Amtrack station is located 9.6 miles from the Mariott Albany. There are Ubers and Taxi services available to get to the hotel.

    For information on train schedules and ticket pricing visit the Amtrack website.

    https://www.amtrak.com/stations/alb

     

    Bus

    Greyhound Bus Station

    34 Hamilton St. Albany, NY 12207
    (518) 427-7060

    The Albany Bus Terminal is located 11 miles from the Mariott Albany. There are Ubers and Taxi services available to get to the hotel.

    For Information on bus schedules and ticket pricing visit the Greyhound Bus Website:

    https://www.greyhound.com/en-us/bus-station-150051

     

     

     

  • Phone: For more information, call us at (518) 867-4084 or email [email protected]
  • Registration Fee: $125.00