Federal and state governments remain at an impasse over the implementation of the poker machine technology, which allows players to set a maximum amount for how much they'll play before parting with their cash.

While Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu has opposed the federal government's decision to make the technology compulsory, VWA president Cam Nguyen said the technology could help problem gamblers in the Vietnamese community.

"I think that might be a help, we will see how it works out," she said.

"Education is still vitally important, we find women are always trying to beat the odds, we need more information sessions about the dangers of gambling."

Ms Nguyen said a bigger focus on promoting healthier pastimes for Vietnamese families could be a way to prevent problem gambling.

"Traditionally we [Vietnamese community] are not involved in sport but we want that to change," she said.

"It's something that the whole family can be involved whereas gambling is just an individual pastime."

Programs such as a bike club in Footscray could be beneficial in fostering healthier hobbies in the Vietnamese community, she added.