ABSTRACT
Nexus! is a board game simulation of an economy that faces energy, water and food stresses. The Resilience Action Initiative developed Nexus! to create an environment for experiential learning. The game energises participants ahead of discussions and allows an easy on-ramp to the somewhat abstract concept of resilience. It is a fun and interactive way to start engagements on the energy, water and food challenge for groups that are new to the topic. For experienced decision-makers, it provides good anchor points for reflection on cooperative behaviours. In a two-hour workshop, participants get to experience tough choices from the interconnections between resources, the resilience of growth strategies, as well as the challenges and opportunities of collaboration.
