Give Get Card Game
A table top game the explores the interplay between private citizens, public officials, and resource management and how they shape the effectiveness of civil society.
Print & Play Version Coming Early 2025!
Guiding Question:
- How does the interplay between private citizens, public officials, and resource management shape the effectiveness of civil society?
Objectives:
- Analyze the importance of civic engagement in civil society.
- Explain the interdependence between private citizens and public officials in achieving societal goals.
- Examine the challenges and obstacles that can hinder civic participation and effective governance.
- Apply strategic thinking to balance competing priorities in a resource-constrained environment.
- Discuss the role of collaboration and communication in achieving community goals.
- Compare and contrast the effectiveness of different types of civic actions in addressing societal needs.
- Reflect on the complexities of decision-making in a democratic system with multiple stakeholders.
Download the Black and White Print-and-Play version.
Game Time: 10-30 minutes
Number of Players: 10-20 players
Game Play: Team vs Game and Team vs Team
About the Game:
A collaborative pass and collect game that challenges players to balance time and score. Democracies aren’t just run by the government in a vacuum; they require civically engaged people. Private citizens have a myriad of actions they can take to make life better for themselves, their neighbors, and even those who they don’t agree with. By communicating resource needs, the community can act and the government can lead effectively.
Post-play Discussion and Reflection
- How did the game reflect real-world challenges in democratic governance and civic engagement?
- What strategies did you find most effective in balancing individual needs with community goals? How might this translate to real-world civic participation?
- How did the time pressure affect decision-making? What parallels can you draw to actual policy-making processes?
- Reflect on the different types of resources (service, fundraising, research, innovation, advocacy, and participation). Which seemed most impactful in the game? How might this compare to their importance in real-world civic engagement?
- In what ways did public and private players have to cooperate? How does this mirror the relationship between government officials and citizens in a democracy?
- What challenges did you face in communicating and coordinating with your team? How might these challenges manifest in real-world policy implementation?
- Reflect on the scoring system. How did it influence your priorities? How might this relate to how success is measured in actual governance and civic projects?
- In what ways did the game illustrate the complexities of collective action?
