The Issue: It is more likely for a society to be a peaceful place when everyone has the resources they need to survive and thrive, such as water, shelter, electricity, access to healthy food, freedom,
and access to education. Catastrophes like violence and natural disasters can make it really hard for people to have these needs met, and people in power must make difficult decisions about how to ensure their citizens have the resources they need. What would you do in that situation?

The Game Design Prompt: Design a game in an imagined world where players need to take action about how resources are shared and divided. The main goal is to keep the peace among all groups  in a fair and equitable way in your game civilization.

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 The Issue: Eco-anxiety is defined as a chronic fear of environmental doom; young people, in particular, are feeling the effects of the climate crises on their mental health, voicing their concerns about the future of planet Earth. One way to ease these worries is by nurturing a strong connection to nature, which can be achieved through these 5 pathways: sensory contact with the natural world, taking time to appreciate the beauty of nature, thinking about the meaning and signs of nature, finding an emotional bond with and love for nature, and showing compassion and care for nature. It’s important to note that not everyone has equal access to nature. We must listen and learn with the communities we wish to engage as we face the challenges of climate change.

The Game Design Prompt: Imagine the powerful role nature can play in boosting the mental health and well-being of young people while also easing eco-anxiety. Your challenge? Design a game that not only educates players about their personal bond with nature but also guides them through the five pathways to deepen that connection. Get ready to inspire discovery, foster resilience, and embark on a journey that connects hearts and minds with the natural world.

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The Issue: Hunger is a big problem affecting nearly 1 in 10 people worldwide. It’s not just about feeling hungry– it’s also when someone doesn’t have enough food to stay healthy and active. Hunger makes it hard for kids to learn in school. Many children miss classes because their families can’t afford food, or they struggle to focus when their stomachs are empty. You might think hunger happens because there’s not enough food, for example, because of war or natural disasters, but that’s not always true. Often, it’s because food isn’t distributed fairly, some people can’t afford nutritious food, and a lot of good food goes to waste.
Did you know that about one-fifth of all food produced worldwide is lost or wasted? Meanwhile, many people eat foods that aren’t very healthy or nutritious. To solve the hunger problem, we need to improve how we produce and distribute food, learn more about healthy eating, and work together to make sure everyone has enough good food. You can help too! By learning about hunger and making smart food choices. Can you help us outplay hunger?
The GameDesignPrompt: Think about two important hunger challenges: How to reduce food loss and waste, and how to achieve a healthy food diet in your school, community, or country context. Using a design tool of your choice, design a game on either of those two challenges in a way that informs and encourages your players to make a difference

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