Joining the Doughnut Dots
An activity for getting to know the dimensions of the Doughnut and their interconnections
Version 1.0 (September 2020)
Overview
This activity offers a fun way to get to know the dimensions of the Doughnut and their interconnections. Participants are invited to take a card representing one of the dimensions then mingle with the rest of the group, meeting in pairs to introduce themselves and their dimension and discuss possible interconnections.
Why do it?
- The activity generates a lot of energy and it's a great way for people who don’t know each other to meet
- Participants get to see their dimension of the Doughnut in different ways through each encounter
- Through the many encounters, many possibilities for connections between dimensions arise
Who is it for?
Communities | Educators | any groups looking to get to know the dimensions of the Global Doughnut
How long does it take?
45 minutes, but can be done quicker
How many people is it for?
21+, but can be done with fewer
What materials do I need?
Print-outs of each of the dimensions of the Doughnut
Acknowledgements
Original animation idea, Kate Raworth and Manda Brookman. Activity first trialled by Manda Brookman in The Cornwall Doughnut Hack. Activity guide written by Rob Shorter of DEAL. Additional contributions from Carlota Sanz, Andrew Fanning, Karn Bianco of DEAL.
Links
Open the activity guide in Google Docs
Open the dimensions of the Doughnut in Google Slides
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