Create Your Own Superhero

Aims of the tool

Foster teamwork and group decision-making.

Promote inclusion by ensuring every participant's voice and idea is acknowledged.

Encourage creativity and imagination through character development and visual expression.

Description of the tool

Participants are first divided into small groups. Each group begins by engaging in a discussion about their favourite superheroes, exploring the traits, powers, and values that make them meaningful or inspiring. After the discussion, the group is tasked with collaboratively designing and drawing a unique superhero that represents a combination of everyone's ideas. This character should reflect shared values, diverse strengths, and inclusive qualities contributed by each group member.

Learning Goals:

Foster teamwork and group decision-making.

Promote inclusion by ensuring every participant's voice and idea is acknowledged.

Encourage creativity and imagination through character development and visual expression.

Debrief / Reflection (optional but recommended):
After the activity, groups can present their superheroes to the rest of the participants and explain the meaning behind their character’s powers and personality. A short discussion can follow, focused on:

What did you enjoy about working together?

How did your group make decisions and include everyone’s ideas?

What qualities does your superhero have that represent your group?