Welcome to
Against The Odds
Welcome to
Against The Odds
Who we are
About Us
Who we are
About Us
At Against The Odds, we are dedicated to educating and empowering individuals about the realities of gambling addiction. Our mission is to foster awareness and provide support, helping people reclaim their lives.
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Our History
01.
Our History
02.
Our Mission
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Our Mission
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Our Vision
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Our Vision
Who we are
About Us
At Against The Odds, we are dedicated to educating and empowering individuals about the realities of gambling addiction. Our mission is to foster awareness and provide support, helping people reclaim their lives.
01.
Our History
02.
Our Mission
03.
Our Vision
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Proudly Working With
TRUSTED BY
Proudly Working With
About Aaron
Meet The Founder
About Aaron
Meet The Founder
My name is Aaron Abbott, and from leaving school up until 3 years and 7 months ago, I struggled with a compulsive gambling addiction—hiding its impact from those around me for over a decade.
AARON ABBOTT
Despite these challenges, I built a successful 12-year career in recruitment, earning well and securing multiple promotions. However, after hitting rock bottom in 2021, I put aside my pride and the stigma surrounding addiction and finally sought help. With the support of family, friends, and professionals, I started my recovery journey. Six months in, I realised I had lost over £250,000 to gambling. Reflecting on the lack of gambling education in the UK and the aggressive tactics used by the industry, I decided to create Against The Odds Education & Awareness CIC (ATO)—a platform to share my story and help others.
Community Educator
Lived Experience
Authentic Storyteller
Purpose-Driven Founder
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About Aaron
Meet The Founder
My name is Aaron Abbott, and from leaving school up until 3 years and 7 months ago, I struggled with a compulsive gambling addiction—hiding its impact from those around me for over a decade.
AARON ABBOTT
Despite these challenges, I built a successful 12-year career in recruitment, earning well and securing multiple promotions. However, after hitting rock bottom in 2021, I put aside my pride and the stigma surrounding addiction and finally sought help. With the support of family, friends, and professionals, I started my recovery journey. Six months in, I realised I had lost over £250,000 to gambling. Reflecting on the lack of gambling education in the UK and the aggressive tactics used by the industry, I decided to create Against The Odds Education & Awareness CIC (ATO)—a platform to share my story and help others.
Community Educator
Lived Experience
Authentic Storyteller
Purpose-Driven Founder
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Change
Change
Personalization
Personalization
Reliability
Reliability
Resillience
Resillience
Community Impact
Community Impact
Transparency
Transparency
Prevention Over Profit
Prevention Over Profit
Empowerment
Empowerment
Authenticity
Authenticity
Lived Experience
Lived Experience
Integrity
WHAT WE DO
Our 4 Impact Pillars
WHAT WE DO
Our 4 Impact Pillars
WHAT WE DO
Our 4 Impact Pillars
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Step
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Awareness
We raise national awareness of gambling-related harm—especially among young people—through powerful campaigns, authentic storytelling, and innovative outreach like our podcast, branded football shirts, and digital content.
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Step
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Awareness
We raise national awareness of gambling-related harm—especially among young people—through powerful campaigns, authentic storytelling, and innovative outreach like our podcast, branded football shirts, and digital content.
Step
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Awareness
We raise national awareness of gambling-related harm—especially among young people—through powerful campaigns, authentic storytelling, and innovative outreach like our podcast, branded football shirts, and digital content.
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Step
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Education
Our tailored workshops educate young people, educators, and professionals about the realities of gambling harm. With lived experience at the core, we deliver honest, engaging sessions across schools, universities, clubs, and workplaces.
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Step
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Education
Our tailored workshops educate young people, educators, and professionals about the realities of gambling harm. With lived experience at the core, we deliver honest, engaging sessions across schools, universities, clubs, and workplaces.
Step
02
Education
Our tailored workshops educate young people, educators, and professionals about the realities of gambling harm. With lived experience at the core, we deliver honest, engaging sessions across schools, universities, clubs, and workplaces.
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Step
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Recovery
Through ATO Recovery, we offer one-to-one support for individuals battling addiction. Led by lived experience recovery coaches, this program provides empathy, accountability, and personalised guidance outside of clinical environments.
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Step
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Recovery
Through ATO Recovery, we offer one-to-one support for individuals battling addiction. Led by lived experience recovery coaches, this program provides empathy, accountability, and personalised guidance outside of clinical environments.
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Recovery
Through ATO Recovery, we offer one-to-one support for individuals battling addiction. Led by lived experience recovery coaches, this program provides empathy, accountability, and personalised guidance outside of clinical environments.
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Elite Sport
We work with elite academies and professional clubs to safeguard young athletes from gambling-related risks. Our sessions help them build awareness, resilience, and the confidence to seek help when needed.
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Elite Sport
We work with elite academies and professional clubs to safeguard young athletes from gambling-related risks. Our sessions help them build awareness, resilience, and the confidence to seek help when needed.
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Elite Sport
We work with elite academies and professional clubs to safeguard young athletes from gambling-related risks. Our sessions help them build awareness, resilience, and the confidence to seek help when needed.
Team Members
Say Hello to Our Squad
Get ready to meet the faces behind the magic, the dreamers, the doers, and the unstoppable force driving our success.
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Team Members
Say Hello to Our Squad
Get ready to meet the faces behind the magic, the dreamers, the doers, and the unstoppable force driving our success.
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Founder
Aaron Abbott
Founder
Gallery
Behind The Mission
From powerful workshop moments and inspiring guest talks to collaborative events and community outreach, these photos showcase the people, places, and passion that drive Against The Odds forward.
Gallery
Behind The Mission
From powerful workshop moments and inspiring guest talks to collaborative events and community outreach, these photos showcase the people, places, and passion that drive Against The Odds forward.
Gallery
Behind The Mission
From powerful workshop moments and inspiring guest talks to collaborative events and community outreach, these photos showcase the people, places, and passion that drive Against The Odds forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions? We've Got Answers!
Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions? We've Got Answers!
What types of organisations does ATO work with?
Can workshops be customised for specific needs?
Do you provide resources following your workshops?
How do you measure the impact of your workshops?
What is your stance on gambling industry funding?
How can my organisation start a partnership with ATO?
What age groups do you target?
What types of organisations does ATO work with?
Can workshops be customised for specific needs?
Do you provide resources following your workshops?
How do you measure the impact of your workshops?
What is your stance on gambling industry funding?
How can my organisation start a partnership with ATO?
What age groups do you target?
Frequently Asked Questions