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Ygam CEO Emily Tofield writes following Ygam’s submission to the Government’s consultation on further measures to prepare children for the future in an age of rapid technological change. One of the most high-profile questions consulted on was whether to introduce a ban on social media for under-16s.
ESRC-funded PhD researcher, Amy, talks about her experience over the past 6 months working on her doctoral project, entitled 'Digital Gaming/Gambling Harms and Students: Financial Literacy and the Transition to Adulthood', in collaboration with Ygam.
(4 minute read) In this blog, Tilly - one of our Volunteer Student Ambassadors - talks through aspects of the five year trend analysis and uncovers some of the positives identified in the findings.
(5 minute read) In this blog, Megan - one of our Volunteer Student Ambassadors - explores the influence that social media has on student gambling behaviour, including the insidiousness and impact of gambling advertising on students.
(4 minute read) In this blog, Maya - one of our Volunteer Student Ambassadors - takes a closer look at the intersection between the current cost of living crisis, mental health, and student gambling behaviour.
(5 minute read) To mark National Student Money Week 2026, one of our Student Ambassadors, Maya, talks about her experiences growing up around gambling, the impact it had on her university life, and shares advice for those who share a similar story.
(5 minute read) This blog expands on this year's Children's Mental Health Week theme and explores young people's sense of belonging in the digital world. It navigates the positives, the risks, and what adults can do to ensure that their young people lead safer and more informed digital lives.
(5 min read) This blog explores FC26 Ultimate Team, giving parents and carers a deeper understanding of in-game purchases, gambling-like mechanisms within the game, and the dangers surrounding unregulated black markets for in-game currencies.
(5 minute read) One of our Student Ambassadors, Megan, shares why students are prone to experiencing gaming harms and takes a closer look at how the different pressures that students face can make them more vulnerable.
(5 Minute read) This blog explores the new Roblox 'Sensitive Issues' policy, introduced in August 2025. We look at the ways Roblox will implement the safeguarding measures, what it means for parents and carers, and how parental controls can be utilised effectively.
(5 minute read) This blog explores Fortnite's fremium model and the integrated marketing within the game, helping parents and carers to create a safer online gaming environment for their child at home.
Our departing CEO, Dr Jane Rigbye, shares reflections on her time at Ygam - including her work overseeing the launch and implementation of our strategy, shaping the growth of the charity, and recognising the immense impact that the team has had during her tenure.