Resource Title

The Exploitation Game

Summary

After oil is discovered in an African community, it is a race against time for the local people to find evidence of the multinational fossil fuel company’s construction plans before it is too late.

This engaging board game explores power, business and human rights, land rights and inequality.

Resource Details

Publisher: Trócaire
Countries of Publication: Ireland, Northern Ireland
Year: 2020

Curriculum Subjects: Geography, Business Studies, Civic Social and Political Education, Politics and Society, Climate Action and Sustainable Development
Intended Audiences: Post Primary, Youth Group, 12-15 Years
Format: Game
Topics: Business, Climate Change, Climate Justice, Consumption, Environment, Fossil Fuels, Human Rights, Inequality, Land, Oil, Pollution
SDGs: 6. Clean Water and Sanitation, 7. Affordable and Clean Energy, 9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities, 12. Responsible Consumption and Production, 13. Climate Action, 8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
Countries of Focus: Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Kenya

Description

‘Oil has been discovered. A multinational corporation working with a local oil company
intends to drill for oil in three provinces… The development of the oil and gas industry could have negative economic, social, cultural and environmental impacts on communities; especially given that the majority of people depend on the land for their livelihood.’

This game, instructions and additional activities are available in English and Gaeilge, along with a game instructions video. Educators are recommended to use the accompanying video ‘Black Gold: Who benefits from Kenya’s oil?’ to help teach about the issues related to the game.

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