On January 23rd and 24th 2025 our partnership including experts from Sweden, France, Portugal, Bulgaria and Germany gathered in Göttingen (Germany) for the Participa City project kick-off event, launching a collaborative effort to enhance participation of ethnic and cultural minorities in Europe through simulation techniques and gamified learning. The event opened with a welcoming session and icebreaker, fostering connections among participants. Discussions on the projects workplan set the stage for collaboration, followed by an introduction to the simulation game, a tool designed to enhance participation in Europe. Participants…