How can “playing a game” help us manage a real-world disaster?
On April 17th, the SYNERGIES project is proud to co-host a joint webinar with our sister project, B-PREPARED, to explore the transformative power of Serious Games in disaster risk management and preparedness.
In an increasingly complex world, traditional training is no longer enough. We need innovative, immersive, and interactive ways to prepare practitioners, authorities, and citizens for the unexpected. This webinar will showcase how our two projects are tackling this challenge using different, yet perfectly complementary, technologies.
Two projects, one goal: enhancing preparedness
Through the support of the Disaster Risk Stakeholder Hub, which plays a vital role in connecting Horizon Europe projects working on similar societal challenges, SYNERGIES and B-PREPARED have found a natural synergy. While both projects aim to increase European resilience, we are approaching the “learning by doing” philosophy from different angles.
What to expect
The session will be a deep dive into the practical tools developed by both consortia:
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SAVIT (SYNERGIES): we will present our Table Top Game, designed to simulate complex governance and decision-making scenarios. SAVIT allows participants to navigate the intricacies of coordination and resource management in a low-stakes, high-learning environment.
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VR Training Tools (B-PREPARED): our partners will showcase their Virtual Reality solutions, which provide high-fidelity, immersive experiences to train individuals on specific response actions and behavioral preparedness.
An interactive experience
This is not just a webinar; it’s an open dialogue. We have dedicated a significant portion of the hour to Q&A and interactive discussion. Whether you are a first responder, a researcher, or a policymaker, we want to hear your questions and explore how these tools can be adapted to your specific needs.
Why you should join
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Discover cutting-edge tools for risk communication and training.
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Learn how to integrate gamification into professional preparedness strategies.
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Network with experts from two leading European disaster resilience projects.
The speakers
B-PREPARED
Zoltán Székely (PhD) is a dual doctorate holder in Law and Business Management and co-founder of the SFC Nonprofit Llc. and 3T-IM GmbH, a group supporting innovation in space, security, and sustainability. A key figure in the Hungarian space ecosystem, he helped launch the ESA Business Incubator and the National Technology Transfer Initiative. Zoltán brings two decades of experience in policy development and critical infrastructure protection to his roles as a Horizon project expert, visiting lecturer at Edutus University, and member of the Hungarian Standardisation Association.
SYNERGIES
Matthieu Branlat (PhD) serves as a Senior Scientist at SINTEF Digital. His work explores the dynamics of complex work systems, focusing on resilience engineering and human performance in challenging environments. Since 2011, he has dedicated his research to improving socio-technical systems through the study of collaborative work, cross-cultural competence, and human-centric design. His project portfolio spans critical sectors, including intelligence analysis, high-risk industrial maintenance, and emergency response operations, where he applies system safety principles to enhance operational outcomes.
Event Details
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📅 Date: April 17th, 2026
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⏰ Time: 10:00 – 11:00 CEST
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📍 Platform: Online (Free, but registration is mandatory)
Join us as we bridge the gap between innovation and practice. Let’s build a more resilient Europe, one move at a time.
