Game On for Change: Empowering Youth Through Gamification

This training offers a dynamic blend of theory and practice, introducing youth workers to the radicalGAME — an educational tool available both as a physical card game and an interactive digital platform. Designed to support youth engagement on key societal issues, the game addresses topics such as democracy, inclusion, climate justice, education, and resilience to radicalisation.

Throughout the online training, participants will not only become familiar with the principles of game-based learning, but also actively develop and reflect on their facilitation skills. Diving into gamification, role-play, and real-life scenarios, youth workers will gain hands-on experience in leading interactive sessions that foster dialogue, empathy, and critical thinking — essential competencies for preventing radicalisation and challenging exclusionary narratives in their work with young people.

Objectives:

• To introduce the radicalGAME as an educational tool for youth workers
• To strengthen the competencies of youth workers in applying gamification methods
• To enhance participants’ facilitation skills in addressing sensitive topics through inclusive and participatory approaches

This training is intended for:

• Youth workers, trainers, and youth leaders active at local, national, or international level
• Professionals interested in acquiring new tools to facilitate discussion around topics of democracy, radicalism prevention and social inclusion
• Educators interested in innovative, game-based methodologies in youth work

When?

Date: Thursday, 8 May 2025
Time: 17:30 - 20:00
Zoom Link

What You Will Gain:

• A Youthpass certificate to validate your learning and participation
• Hands-on training with the radicalGAME Cards and additional resources
• Facilitation skills to lead dynamic, inclusive, and transformative sessions
• The opportunity to connect and exchange best practices with fellow trainers across Europe