Emergency Simulations

Inside the Guide

About this Guide

• This document is intended to guide NGO managers, facilitators and trainers through the preparation and implementation of the simulations prepared under the auspices of the Emergency Capacity Building (ECB) Project

Overview:  Aims, Objectives & Audience

• Simulation #1: Single-Agency Preparedness & Response Systems Focus
• Simulation #2: Multi-Agency Coordination Focus

What’s on the CD?

• Introduction
• ECB Simulation #1
• ECB Simulation #2
• Simulation Administrators Guide & Cover
• Simulation Project CD Label
• Assembling the Simulation Administration Team

Training Needs Assessment

• Introduction
• Country Context Review
• EPR Systems Review
• External Stakeholder Review
• KSA Gap Analysis

Materials Adaptation

• Overview
• A Note on the “Generator”

Equipment & Supplies Planning

• Equipment & Supplies Planning

Venue & Conference Room Setup

• Venue Requirements
• Conference Room Setup

Role-players & Role-playing

• Introduction
• Role-playing External Stakeholders
• Role-playing the Affected Population / Community

Preparation & Implementation - ECB Simulation #1

• Preparing for Simulation #1
• Running Simulation #1
• Debriefing Simulation #1

Preparation & Implementation - ECB Simulation #2

• Preparing for Simulation #2
• Running Simulation #2
• Debriefing Simulation #2

If You Must Run an Abridged Version

• Planning & Implementation, Proposed Calendar for an Abridged Version

Annex 1:  Experiential Learning Review

• The experiential learning cycle, depicted in the diagram, is a learning theory developed by Kurt Lewin (1890-1947) Lewin was a Gestalt psychologist who developed the basis for much of today’s basic learning theory

Annex 2:  A Facilitation Primer

• The skills required to run plenary debriefing sessions are generally those of the group facilitator. Some key points with regard to facilitation skills follow

Annex 3:  Using Small Groups

• Much of the debriefing will be carried out in small group venues. Use your judgment to organize these groups to produce the best results possible