On 15–17 April 2025, the prestigious global conference on information systems and technologies – WORLD CIST 2025 – took place in the picturesque Brazilian city of Florianopolis. This event attracted experts worldwide who gathered to discuss the latest trends and innovations in information technology.
Dr. Vojtěch Blažek from the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Education presented an inspiring joint paper of Heritage Game team entitled Gamification As A Catalyst For Community-Based Heritage Work In Low-Density Territories: Selected Best Practices From Europe. This paper focused on the transformative role of gamification in engaging small communities in heritage care. Dr. Blazek presented some selected best practices from Europe that show how gamification can revitalize interest in cultural heritage even in less populated areas.
This paper is one of the key outputs of the Heritage Game project, the first initiative of the joint KreativEU alliance. In his presentation, Dr Blažek not only presented the results of the Heritage Game project and introduced the KreativEU alliance to experts worldwide. This alliance aims to connect the creative and cultural sectors across Europe and promote innovative approaches to protecting and promoting cultural heritage.
Participating in WORLDCIST 2025 was a significant step forward for the Heritage Game project and the KreativEU Alliance. Showcasing their work on such a prestigious platform raised awareness of their initiatives. It opened the door to new international collaborations and opportunities.
Dr. Blažek and his team are returning home with new insights, contacts and inspiration that will undoubtedly contribute to the further development of their projects. We look forward to the next steps and successes that the cooperation within the KreativEU Alliance will bring.
