Disaster in my backyard: A serious game introduction to disaster information management

This exercise, designed as a serious game, provides a new way to introduce people to the field of disaster management in general and information management in particular. The first version of the game was played during the 2012 ISCRAM summer school where it yielded positive reactions from both novice participants and experienced professionals. ‘Playing’ this game helps participants gain a better understanding of the operational circumstances, problems and situations faced during disasters.