RGC to serve as vendor of new certification program in partnership with ROGA
The program will look to provide an ‘independent validation’ of operators’ responsible gaming performance and ‘encourage’ growth which exceeds industry standards.
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- RGC and ROGA will begin developing the certification framework in the coming weeks, as all ROGA members will be assessed upon completion
- The certification program will also evaluate operators’ responsible gaming practices in areas such as self-exclusion, marketing, staff training and player support tools
The Responsible Online Gaming Association (ROGA) has partnered with the Responsible Gaming Council (RGC) to begin the development of a new certification program, which will evaluate operators’ responsible gaming practices in areas such as self-exclusion, marketing, staff training and player support tools.
“A sustainable online gaming industry must be built on evidence-based best practices, and this partnership with RGC will advance this mission by building a trusted and independent assessment to certify robust responsible gaming standards,” ROGA Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Shatley said.
“Our members are committed to long-term progress, and with RGC’s support, this program will serve as a clear signal that the industry is backing that commitment with actions that will allow players to make informed decisions about the platforms they use.”
The program will look to provide an “independent validation” of an operator’s responsible gaming performance with a focus on long-term accountability and “encourage” growth which exceeds industry standards.
RGC and ROGA will begin developing the certification framework in the coming weeks, as all ROGA members will be assessed upon completion.
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“We are proud to work with ROGA in setting a new benchmark for responsible gambling in the online space. The new certification program will build on years of evidence-based work and experience building RG Check as a trusted standard,” RGC CEO Sarah McCarthy said.
“By working together, we are creating a more transparent, accountable and player-focused industry.”
Serving as the official vendor of the new certification program, RGC has previously collaborated with ROGA for responsible gaming initiatives such as the Know Your Play college education campaign.
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