Client:  Human Development and Community Services (HDCS)

Target:  Field staff of the Emergency Response and Resilience Project

Objective

To provide field staff with a solid understanding of DRR principles of self-help, mutual-help and public-help in order for them to be better prepared to raise awareness on disaster risks in their communities.

Training

During the training, participants were introduced to essential DRR concepts through games such as disaster life cycles, first aid basics, emergency preparedness kits, and methods to remember disaster prevention through disaster drill exercises. Its interactive approach - incorporating games and hands-on activities - made learning not only educational but also enjoyable and memorable. The training aimed to develop participants into effective disaster education facilitators.

Innovative Learning through Educational Games

A unique feature of the training was the use of engaging educational games. These games were developed through collaboration between teachers in workshops held under the School-Based Resilient Community Model Project, supported by Plus Arts NPO, Japan and funded by Japan International Cooperation (JICA). These interactive games make complex DRR topics easier to grasp and more accessible, providing participants with practical tools they can use in real-world situations.

What's next?

Building on this training, the next step is expected to be an in-depth workshop in the Rukum district, where local teachers will join us to co-develop context-specific DRR educational games based on the materials previously developed through the JICA supported project. This initiative will continue to promote understanding of disaster risk reduction  in schools and communities, ensuring that people are better prepared to prevent disasters and face emergencies.