The Women’s Gambling Support Network (WGSN) is Ireland’s first and only specialist service dedicated solely to supporting women impacted by gambling harm.

Ireland
Joined September 2024
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Here's the latest episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast. Part 1 of a 3 part Xmas Special. Recorded live on The Stop Gambling App platform, with some app users in attendance. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/30u… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcas… Youtube: youtu.be/p7R7wjbE6lo
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Behind every testimonial is a brave woman who took the first step — reaching out. 💜 If you’ve been thinking, “Maybe I need help… but I don’t know where to start,” — this is your sign to reach out today. 👉 Connect with us: linktr.ee/ExternWGSN
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At WGSN, women find support from others who’ve walked the same road. You’re not alone. Recovery is possible ❤️ Join WGSN today to connect with other women on the same journey #GamblingX #WomenSupportingWomen #recoveryispossible #odaat
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Delighted to see this new service up and running. Free gambling harm prevention talks for sports clubs and schools in #Wicklow, delivered by Tony. Nobody has delivered more gambling harm talks in Ireland than him. A few places are still available. Book soon! @HSE_SI
Excited to have started delivering some school talks this week in Wicklow as part of the project between @ExternProbGam & the Bray Local Drug & Alcohol Task Force/HSE Social Inclusion. 3 sessions completed and many more to go. @ColaisteRaithin @SMCArklow
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Need a safe space to talk today? Our WGSN Drop-In Session is open at 11:30am. No booking, no pressure — just a chance to connect with women who understand. Join us here: linktr.ee/ExternWGSN #gamblinghelp #recoverymonth #womensupportingwomen
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Gambling harm can look different for women — and it isn’t always obvious. If you recognise yourself (or someone you care about) in these signs, contact us today 💜 #RecoveryMonth2025 #womensupportingwomen #livedexperience #gamblinghelp #RecoveryJourney
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💜 Looking for support, group meeting info, recovery coaching, or our drop-in sessions? It’s all in one place. ✨ Visit our Linktree to find everything you need — quick, simple, and confidential. 👉 linktr.ee/ExternWGSN Because recovery should never be complicated.
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
Great to see such a geographical spread, early doors, among the people using The Stop Gambling App. We would love to see more people from NI using it as part of their #recovery from #gambling addiction. For more details, go to: problemgambling.ie/stop-gamb…
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💬 At WGSN, we believe in the power of women’s voices. Every recovery journey is unique, but hearing from others can remind us we’re not alone. If you’re thinking about reaching out, know that support is waiting for you too. 💜 #GamblingX #recoverymonth25
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Many women experiencing harm from their own gambling feel like they have to hide it. You are not alone. Join our peer-led groups, drop-ins, or recovery coaching. A safe space, designed by women, for women. Link in bio
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It’s Recovery Month – and we’re proud to relaunch as the Women’s Gambling Support Network. New this month: Weekly Drop-In Sessions every Thursday from 11:30am–1:00pm. A safe space to connect, chat, and find support with others who understand. Learn more: linktr.ee/ExternWGSN
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We’re live! Women’s Gambling Support Network is here to support women across the island of Ireland #GambingX #odaat #recoverymonth25 #RecoveryPosse #womensupportingwomen #recovery
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
Thanks so much to all of the amazing guests who contributed to the 78 episodes of the podcast (so far). And special thanks to all who listened. We hope you got something useful from these conversations.
On the 5th anniversary of the first episode of The Problem Gambling Podcast, we talk to @TonyJOReilly about some of our favourite episodes so far. @ExternCharity @EmpowerHERIre Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5bc… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcas… YouTube: youtu.be/PISg2bYpaJU?feature…
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
Are you interested in shaping the future of funding of problem gambling treatment, prevention, research and education, in Ireland? New consultation from @GambRegIRL. Closing on May 15th at 3 pm. grai.ie/social-impact-fund/s…
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
The new season of The Problem Gambling Podcast starts with Owen Collins (AKA - The Recovering Gambler on TikTok). Owen discusses his recovery from gambling addiction. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7FO… Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcas… Youtube: youtu.be/YhZzTuQtWAY @ExternCharity
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
Barry Grant will be on @ShannonsideFM shortly after 10 this morning to discuss this important new research into gambling-related suicides in Ireland. @ExternCharity
Gambling was identified in the coroner files of 23 deaths by suicide in Ireland over a six-year period since 2015, the results of the first national study to investigate suicide and gambling has found – publichealth.ie/journal-arti… @hrbireland @NOSPIreland @publichealthie
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
Our new app provides text-chat interactions with specialists in the field of gambling addiction recovery, along with CBT content and regular tracking of recovery metrics. If you would like to Beta Test the Stop Gambling App, just fill in the form, here: problemgambling.ie/stop-gamb…
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Women's Gambling Support Network (WGSN) retweeted
Are you looking for support to recover from harmful gambling? Would you like to Beta Test our new App? It's a Gambling Addiction Recovery App with a difference. To learn more or to sign-up, go to: problemgambling.ie/stop-gamb…
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