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Research who, how, and why uses the “World of Communities” Training Game, 2019

My journey with World of Communities began in 2016. Since then, my team and I have shared this experience with hundreds, if not thousands, of practitioners of innovative game-based civic education methods. The “World of Communities” game is a tool that brings together a vibrant community of unique and inspiring individuals whose actions, both big and small, continuously shape the world around us.
Each year, we reflect on who these individuals are, what inspires them, the challenges they tackle, and how their partnership with World of Communities helps them achieve their professional goals—be they ambitious or routine—and foster personal growth.I’d like to share the latest findings from our annual user profile study and discoveries about what the “World of Communities” game-training meant to our entire community in 2019.
The 2019 research was carried out using an online questionnaire, with 113 certified “World of Communities” game masters taking part.
If you’re hearing about this tool for the first time, congratulations! Your life will never be the same again :)
Mykhailo Voytovych, World of Communities' CEO



AREAS

The game’s audience, formats of use, and settings where the game excels.

A Quick Introduction to “World of Communities”

“World of Communities” is a Ukrainian cooperative strategy board game designed for leaders and change managers in the genre of social simulation. The game mechanics are closely aligned with real-life situations, and winning is only possible through cooperation and interaction.
The game was conceived and developed as a tool for automating learning (including self-learning) for individuals who care about the communities they live in. It is a response to conventional and uninspiring approaches to community development and the implementation of reforms.
“World of Communities” enables the automation and scaling of civic education, helping to shape relevant values, behavioral patterns, and 21st-century skills. Thoughtful and strategic use of this training game challenges stereotypes about community management and helps identify and attract internal investments for community growth.
Game Authors: Mykhailo Voytovych and Taras Tymchuk.Manufacturer: World of Communities LLC.

Market

Who?

Which audiences most frequently use the "World of Communities" game?

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School youth

65,2%

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Active community members

62,6%

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Civic activists

60,9%

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Organization employees

52,2%

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University students

40%

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Local council deputies

17,4%

Youth First

In 2019, the use of the "World of Communities" game with youth became increasingly widespread.One possible reason: games are perhaps the most effective way to teach young people the importance of seemingly boring topics like community development and demonstrate how they can influence societal change and take control of their future.

Where?

Environments, institutions, and spaces open to using this tool in their work.

Libraries and Community Hubs

66%Format: Informal meetings of community members focused on addressing significant topics.

Schools


54%Format: Club activities, career guidance, enhancing lessons within the "Civic Education" course, and fostering financial literacy.

Nonprofits and Charitable Organizations

54%Format: Awareness-raising activities on community development tools and incorporating the game into training sessions.

Youth Centers

40%Format: Combining civic education with leisure during public events and introducing modern approaches to societal development.

Universities

33%Format: Practical classes on public administration, social work, and management; building trust between professors and students outside of lectures; recruitment tool for prospective students.

Technical Schools and Colleges

24%Format: Career guidance for students, fostering communication and relationships between instructors and students.

Why?

What are the practical uses of the "World of Communities" game sessions?

69%Civic education on community development tools.

54%Meaningful leisure time.

52%Engaging and motivating people in specific initiatives.

49%Team development.

45%Enhancing financial skills and entrepreneurial mindset.

44%Discovering potential leaders.

37%Exploring behavior and character traits.

18%Strategic planning in the community.

"World of Communities" Tournament

In 2019, a new format for using the game in large-scale integration events was launched.

Who Funds It?

"World of Communities" is purchased using funds from international development projects, international organizations, as well as from municipal, private, and local businesses.
In 2019, the share of purchases from schools and local municipalities grew significantly.

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IMPACT

What changes do users experience through the consistent use of the "World of Communities" game?

Personal Transformations in 2019

67%

Relationships

Improved connections with other people and organizations.

63%

Perspective

Gained a broader perspective on issues.

65%

Leadership

Improved leadership skills.

59%

Purpose

Developed a desire to collaborate with people for common goals.

57%

Drive for Change

Felt inspired to implement changes.

55%

Engagement

Became motivated to participate in community life.

54%

Self-Education

Enhanced learning capacity.

44%

Confidence

Gained awareness of the ability to influence local politics.

Game Masters' Feedback



Even to me, as the head of the OTG, the game made it clear that the community is a complex structure in which everything is interconnected. Something goes wrong and a chain reaction occurs. And in the game we see all this in a few hours, not months or years.

Oksana Pitsyk

head of the Smidyn OTG, Volyn region


Key Highlights of "World of Communities" in 2019

1st place

in the category "Best Project in Civil Education for Community Activation" for Eastern Partnership countries by EENCE.


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towns and villages have adopted "World of Communities" for fostering civic education, developing youth structures, and securing resources.


25%

of youth centers in Ukraine incorporate "World of Communities" into their work, either owning or renting the game.


100%

of schools in Starokostiantyniv (Khmelnytskyi region) now have access to "World of Communities," thanks to taxpayers. It is now available in every school.


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Оffice

Lutsk, str. 2 Kovelska, office 515

Call

+38 (063) 411-83-52

E-mail

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(с) WORLD OF COMMUNITIESLLC2016-2026.

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Оffice

Lutsk, str. 2 Kovelska, office 515

Call

+38 (063) 411-83-52

E-mail

au.gro.cow%40ofni






(с) WORLD OF COMMUNITIESLLC2016-2026.