Month: December 2025

older adult and children around a computer

Pilot of the Game in Portugal

The last months of the GaGEN initiative were very productive and fruitful for Portugal!

Finally, after a process of research, cocreation, development, training and capacity-building, the Portuguese team from Aproximar, together with associated partner Centro Social S. Brás and their facilitators went to the field to implement the intergenerational activities using the GaGEN Game!

The pilot went for 4 sessions between children and older adults, plus 2 learning sessions with separate groups. Participants were invited to (re)think about sustainable practices in their daily lives, how and what they could do at their home or even have ideas for common activities at the Center. The GaGEN game was a playful method to engage both generations and create bonds between children and older adults. Many of them asked to continue with this kind of activities after the end of the GaGEN sessions.

Pilot of the Game in France

Two pilot sessions were organised in France, bringing together 36 participants across different social establishments. Despite initial concerns about digital tools, both generations engaged enthusiastically and collaborated effectively. The game successfully fostered dialogue, learning, and mutual understanding, with strong positive feedback from participants. The pilot highlighted the value of intergenerational activities as a tool for environmental education and social connection.

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Pilot of the Game in Turkey

The game, developed as part of the Gagen project, brought together different generations and provided an enjoyable and educational experience. During the trial event, seniors and children played the same game together, learning new things and strengthening intergenerational interaction.

Throughout the event, the children’s curiosity and energy, combined with the seniors’ experience and guidance, created a highly positive atmosphere. This shared experience clearly demonstrated the inclusive nature of the game and its potential impact on its target audience.