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Closing the gap between science-based approach and end users in disaster risk management
European countries have one of the highest numbers of deaths caused by disasters in the world. According to the European Commission
Serious games – engaging citizens in understanding complex societal issues
Available data indicates a low level of civic education in high schools, but even more concerning is that Poles do not
Using social simulations to turn business ostriches into lions in the strive towards a sustainable economy
When faced with the impending disaster of climate change, we can either adopt the policy of an ostrich, a fox, or a lion. An ostrich pretends nothing is happening. A fox only cares for itself and furthers its interests by way of deceit. A lion takes responsibility for the entire animal kingdom and deals with the problem head-on.
Confrontations and discussions for Disaster Risk Reduction governance
DRR is about making political choices to reduce disasters. It's also about defining priorities, stakeholders’ roles and attributing limited budgets.
New Games
Rising Tides
Climate Change Education. Web game. 1-2 hours. Collaborate to build green infrastructure, reduce carbon footprints, and adapt to climate-related challenges such as rising sea levels and natural disasters.
Up to You!
Sustainable Development Goals. Web-based online game for mobile and computers. 1-3 hours. Your team will take care of social, financial and environmental issues of Magnolia, Rosa or Triland.
The Cascades Game
Policy-making. Web browser game for mobile devices and computers. 1,5 – 2 hours. 5-60 players.
(After)Fantasy
Board game, social simulation. 2-4 hours. Players learn methods of cooperation, overcoming crises, and co-organizing activities.
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Up to You!
Sustainable Development Goals. Web-based online game for mobile and computers. 1-3 hours. Your team will take care of social, financial and environmental issues of Magnolia, Rosa or Triland.
(After)Fantasy
Board game, social simulation. 2-4 hours. Players learn methods of cooperation, overcoming crises, and co-organizing activities.
The PHUSICOS NBS simulation
The PHUSICOS NBS simulation represents a fictional setting (PHUSICOS region) at risk from extreme weather events and in which different stakeholder groups are represented.
P.I.P.E.S.
Clean water. 2 hours. The Public Infrastructure Participatory Engagement Simulation recreates features of an American system with aging infrastructure.
Latest Entries
Rising Tides
Climate Change Education. Web game. 1-2 hours. Collaborate to build green infrastructure, reduce carbon footprints, and adapt to climate-related challenges such as rising sea levels and natural disasters.
Up to You!
Sustainable Development Goals. Web-based online game for mobile and computers. 1-3 hours. Your team will take care of social, financial and environmental issues of Magnolia, Rosa or Triland.
Closing the gap between science-based approach and end users in disaster risk management
European countries have one of the highest numbers of deaths caused by disasters in the world. According to the European
The Cascades Game
Policy-making. Web browser game for mobile devices and computers. 1,5 – 2 hours. 5-60 players.