Play. Think. Win.
Workshop Title: Play. Think. Win.
Date: October 31, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Presented by: Peeyush Sekhsaria
Location:- Travancore Palace
About the Workshop
Games are a powerful tool for communicating conservation concepts to both children and adults. Increasingly, conservation organisations are using games to make ecological ideas and environmental challenges more engaging, accessible, and memorable. Games encourage participation, spark curiosity, foster collaboration, and create meaningful learning experiences.
Play. Think. Win. offers participants a glimpse into the role of games in conservation education and communication. The workshop introduces play-based learning and explores its potential for creating impactful learning experiences online, offline, and in the field—from building a connection with nature to communicating research, supporting conflict resolution, and strengthening community engagement.
The workshop is divided into three segments. Participants will first experience a range of innovative conservation and nature-based games developed by organisations and educators. The second segment focuses on understanding the basic principles of game design. In the final segment, participants will work in small groups to create and present their own game concepts based on conservation and nature themes.
And yes, we will play plenty of games along the way!
About the Facilitator
Peeyush Sekhsaria
Peeyush Sekhsaria is an Architect and Geographer with a deep interest in nature, conservation, and education. He works at the intersection of design, nature education, and conservation, creating innovative learning experiences that foster environmental awareness and engagement.
He has co-created several games focused on nature education and conservation themes and regularly writes about nature for children's magazines as well as national print and online media platforms. He is also the author and co-author of several books for children.
With more than five years of experience as a wildlife educator, Peeyush has worked with organisations including WWF, WTI, Early Bird, and the Ecological Society. His areas of expertise include bird identification, nature education, conservation awareness, and play-based learning.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to play-based learning and experiential education
- How games can support conservation communication and outreach
- Analysis and breakdown of educational and conservation-focused games
- Understanding the principles of competitive and collaborative game design
- Basic frameworks and guidelines for creating engaging learning experiences
- Practical application of game design through a hands-on group activity
- The role of games in environmental awareness, research communication, conflict resolution, and community building
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is ideal for:
- Wildlife and nature educators
- Students and teachers
- Conservation professionals
- Environmental communicators
- NGO practitioners
- Naturalists and birdwatchers
- Community engagement professionals
- Game designers and creative educators
- Anyone interested in innovative approaches to conservation learning
No prior experience is required.
Tentative Flow
- Introduction and Icebreaker Game
- Interactive Gameplay Session
- Sharing and Analysis of Key Learnings from the Games
- Small-Group Activity: Designing a Conservation-Themed Game
- Group Presentations, Feedback, and Closing Reflections
What Participants Will Gain
Participants will gain:
- A brief introduction to play-based learning and its value in designing impactful outreach strategies
- First-hand experience of games used in conservation education and communication
- Insights into analysing and adapting games for different audiences
- An understanding of the basics of game design
- Practical experience in designing and presenting a game concept
- New perspectives on using games to inspire conservation action and environmental awareness
- Greater appreciation of the role of games in learning, engagement, and collaboration
Equipment Required
No equipment is required of participants.
Logistical Requirements
- A spacious room with flexible seating arrangements
- One or two tables for game demonstrations and setup
- Space for five small groups of approximately four participants each
- A venue that supports movement, collaboration, discussion, and group activities
- Three volunteers to assist with workshop coordination and activities
Where is it happening?
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