Sismopoli, playing cities in risk

Abstract

The limited attention given to risk management in public policy, combined with a lack of awareness among civil society, has led major international organizations to recommend innovative and effective communication strategies. These strategies aim to engage communities in the critical issues shaping our cities, foster interest in the spaces we inhabit daily, and promote a culture of prevention.

This contribution introduces Sismopoli, a serious game focused on seismic risk reduction from an urban planning perspective. The game serves as a tool to make complex issues more manageable and understandable. Its goal is to stimulate knowledge-building processes by encouraging players to view the territory as a common good, where risk reduction is a vital component and planning is the key tool for addressing priority issues in urban contexts.