The Mitra Disaster Risk Reduction Learning Center (MDRRLC) recently hosted an engaging exchange with Mr. Luc Meulenbroek and Mr. Garbhit Naik, students from Twente University, Netherlands, who are researching the use of games as a tool for disaster awareness. During the meeting, both parties shared their latest developments—MDRRLC showcased its interactive DRR games, while the Twente University students presented their innovative flood-risk awareness games currently under development. The visit sparked lively discussions on how gamification can enhance public preparedness, with both teams exchanging technical insights and creative approaches to making learning about disasters engaging and effective.

The Twente researchers expressed particular fascination with MDRRLC’s locally tailored games, which blend education with entertainment to teach communities about disaster response. Meanwhile, MDRRLC gained fresh perspectives from the Dutch students’ work on flood simulation and risk communication strategies. This cross-cultural dialogue highlighted the universal potential of play-based learning in DRR and opened doors for future collaboration. Such exchanges reinforce MDRRLC’s commitment to global knowledge-sharing in the quest to build more resilient communities.

Why This Matters:
🌍 Bridging international expertise in disaster education
🎮 Innovating DRR awareness through interactive gaming
🤝 Strengthening global networks for resilient futures