Special CyberSpace Games Night: Drawful and Political Quiz

Dear all,

These are weird times, tough times. DWARS stands for a social world, but at a time when the socially good thing to do is precisely to keep social distance, that is not always easy. DWARS also likes sociability, and for that we had come up with all kinds of fun events, which we have now had to cancel. That isolation is difficult, some feel alone, others get caught up in (school) work (at home, that is) without that much-needed distraction and social contact. There are all great projects started, wonderful social and empathetic ways to help people, to connect, but still: loneliness is just pretty stupid. Fortunately, DWARS is also hopeful and optimistic. That's why your department board has come up with something: we'll just do it all nicely online!

This week we will have fun playing games with all of us

This week we have two games on the programme, and of course you are welcome to keep chatting in the off-topic in between. First up, Meryn takes us through Drawful, an online game which is a bit like Pictionary (so you have to draw a lot), but, according to Meryn, much more hilarious. After that, Sander will take you through a political Quiz. We will provide the games, will you bring a good connection and conviviality? After the evening, we can of course stay cosily online to chat for as long as you like ^^.

We present: the DWARS Gelderland Discord Server

Therefore, we have a Discord server. As long as cabinet rules (and possibly if DWARS chooses to continue a bit longer for safety) moneys, there is something to do on that server every week. In succession, we always organise drinks, something social, and a politically substantive discussion (so that means a game night every three weeks). In addition, you may also just hanging out on the server. That way, we will stay connected as DWARSers in Gelderland. During events, you will be expected to be quiet, but we will create separate channels for this (so you can also just chat in one part of the server, while an event is going on in another part of the server).

How do I get to those server?

Two ways! If you are a member of the announcements WhatsApp group, then you don't have to do anything. We will send a link in the WhatsApp group before each digital activity that allows you to become a member. Should you still need help, we will indicate in that app group how to reach us.
Are you not a member of the announcements WhatsApp group, Then fill in the form at the bottom of this page. Provide your email address or your Discord name, and we'll take care of it.

But I don't know how Discord works/have never done it?

Inclusion is an important value for DWARS, we want everyone to participate, and that also means we want to help everyone get on our server. Therefore, we want to guarantee that everyone succeeds. Are you in the announcements WhatsApp group? Then you will see who from the board you can send a message to help you. Aren't you? Fill in the form below and indicate where you need help, and we will contact you as soon as possible.
You can use Discord on mobile, tablet and on any computer.

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Inclusion statement: DWARS Gelderland strives to create a safe place for everyone, regardless of gender/sexuality, origin, disability, or belief/religion. We do not accept hatred, intolerance, or discrimination in any way. Everyone is always welcome and our events are always accessible. If there is anything we can do for you or if you need help, you can always reach us and send a message via gelderland@dwars.org. Do you think we can make our events more inclusive? We would like to become aware of our blind spots. Please send a message to gelderland@dwars.org. This may be done anonymously with http://anonymouse.org/anonemail.html