do you think, a parade like this will be effective in reducing the level of gambling addiction?
It depends, gambling marches or language that is easily understood by ordinary people is: (a campaign for the danger of gambling), such methods are often carried out by the government, maybe almost every country often does this parade, the mission and vision are different, the point is the effects of gambling addiction.
When talking about effectiveness, of course it depends on people's understanding of the risks and negative effects of gambling, yes, most of what I see has no effect, it actually got worse that the people were involved in gambling after the parade was held, however, the government is obliged to remind the people that it is their right, it all comes back to ourselves, whether we want to gamble or not, the biggest influence is on ourselves, not from marches or campaigns.
It would be beneficial if they gave their audiences, particularly young people, cautionary advice and warnings as well as adequate explanations, but if all they did was flaunt their staff's attire and the theme of slots, they were only serving to further their own objectives which may only reciprocate their goal.
Without sufficient prudence, they are actually increasing gambling rather than eliminating it. The purpose of parades like this one should be to inform the public about the dangers and consequences of gambling addiction.
In order to educate people rather than raise curiosity or influence about gambling games, it would be better if the government would focus on educating and spreading awareness on how to get rid of gambling addiction.