Ygam introduces multilingual training

London, 11 November 2025: Ygam has enhanced its programme portfolio with the introduction of multilingual training and resources. 

This new initiative aims to make Ygam’s work more accessible to underserved communities across the UK, addressing language and cultural barriers that may prevent engagement with its resources. 

Ygam can now offer interpreters in workshops, ensuring that more communities have access to education and information in a language. The Ygam website also includes a feature enabling content translation into 58 languages. 

The first translation project, in Mandarin Chinese, was developed in response to a direct community request. Ygam are looking to initially develop their parent awareness workshops in Bengali, Urdu, and Arabic – languages identified as most prevalent in areas with high demand for support. 

Research has shown that individuals from ethnic minority communities often experience a disproportionate level of gambling-related harm, despite lower overall participation rates. Evidence suggests that they are more likely to score higher on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), with contributing factors including economic deprivation, racism, and cultural stigma. Language barriers and a lack of culturally sensitive services further reduce access to support, often delaying help until harms become severe.  

Sacha Kent, Programme Lead for the CFL Programme, said: “We know that stigma and cultural perceptions can make it difficult to talk about gaming and gambling harms in some communities – this challenge is intensified when language becomes a barrier. Before we can address stigma, we must ensure that everyone has access to clear and understandable information. Feedback from our initial pilot has been very promising, confirming both the need and demand for this approach. This initiative is a crucial step in making our training more inclusive, ensuring that no young person is left at greater risk because of their cultural background or language.”  

Naeem Qureshi, Chair of Trustees at Ashiana Community Project, said: “Ygam’s work is essential in exposing the hidden link between online gaming and gambling, especially among young people unaware of the risks. Their strong evidence base and bold vision reveal the scale of harm already affecting communities. At ACP, Ygam has been a catalyst – raising awareness and empowering us to act. Their expertise enabled us to begin local research into chronic gaming and gambling behaviours. We urge others to work with Ygam to address the growing impact of social platforms and online gaming. Their support is not only professional – it’s deeply human and urgently needed in tackling this covert issue.” 

The CFL programme is designed for community and faith leaders, parents, and extended family members who play a role in supporting young people from global majority groups or faiths. The session covers key topics around how gaming and gambling affect young people in underserved communities and faith groups, how to address these sensitive topics, and practical strategies for prevention that respect cultural values. 

For more information on our multilingual training offer, or to speak to a member of the Ygam team about delivering to your organisation, please get in touch.