The career game “Where to now?”, developed within the KROJ Network, is an innovative tool for working with young people in the field of career guidance. It was created by a group of youth workers and volunteers from the organizations Zavod Nefiks, Socialna akademija, and Zavod TiPovej, with the aim of bringing career thinking closer to young people in an accessible, interactive, and experiential way.
The game is based on the concept of lifelong career guidance, where players shape their career paths and CVs through decision-making. During the game, they encounter various situations, opportunities, and challenges that influence their development – much like in real life. A special feature of the game is that it does not have a traditional winner; its purpose is exploration, reflection, and understanding the consequences of the decisions we make along our paths.
The game encourages active learning and includes elements of gamification that enable participants to:
- better understand their own interests, competences, and career opportunities,
- gain insight into different career paths and the decisions of others,
- develop personal, social, and career skills through experience,
- learn about key concepts and stakeholders in the field of career development.
An important part of the game is reflection, where participants analyze their decisions, consider their consequences, and connect the game experience with real life. This reflective aspect is what allows the game to go beyond being just a fun activity and become an effective tool for learning and personal development.
The game is designed to be flexible – it can be delivered as a full workshop or individual elements (such as challenge cards) can be used independently when working with young people. It is suitable for various groups and environments, especially in the youth sector, education, and career counseling.
“Where to now?” is also available in a do-it-yourself (DIY) format, allowing organizations or individuals to prepare the game themselves using accessible materials. Instructions and all necessary components are provided.
The game can also be ordered through the KROJ Network (60 EUR + shipping), with proceeds covering only the production costs.
As part of the broader efforts of the KROJ Network to develop high-quality career guidance, “Where to now?” represents an important tool for anyone who wants to support young people in exploring their potential and shaping their own career paths.
