How GenSimU Works
GenSimU is a fast-paced, real-world life simulation set over four "simulated weeks," each lasting 15 minutes. During the experience, the youth navigate everyday responsibilities such as working, attending class, paying bills, grocery shopping, managing public transportation, and handling unexpected events like urgent care visits. Every decision affects the next, giving participants a realistic, hands-on understanding of adulthood.
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GenSimU offers 3 structured options to ensure every organization can choose the level of support, materials, and facilitation that best fits their goals.
Level 1 - Self-Facilitated Digital Kit
A flexible, budget-friendly option that gives your team everything needed to run GenSimU independently. Level 1 includes the facilitator guide, digital materials, and participant roles, with your team printing all materials ahead of the simulation.
What Your Organization Needs:
- 15 volunteers or staff members to run the simulation stations (this includes set-up and tear-down)
- A large open room (e.g., multipurpose room, gym) with tables and chairs
- Access to a printer for printing all materials
- A volunteer to guide the simulation using the provided facilitator guide
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Level 2 - Self-Facilitated + Mailed Kit
Your team leads the simulation using a complete set of materials mailed directly to your organization for a polished, ready-to-run experience.
What Your Organization Needs:
- 15 volunteers or staff members to run the simulation stations (this includes set-up and tear-down)
- A large open room (e.g., multipurpose room, gym) with tables and chairs
- A volunteer to guide the simulation using the provided facilitator guide
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Level 3 - Full Facilitation by GenSimU
A premium, on-site experience led by a GenSimU consultant who facilitates the full simulation, providing expert guidance, real-time support, and a high-impact delivery.
What Your Organization Needs:
- 15 volunteers or staff members to run the simulation stations (this includes set-up and tear-down)
- A large open room (e.g., multipurpose room, gym) with tables and chairs
*Level 3 is available only in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.*
Optional Enhancements
(Add to Any Level)
Virtual Kickoff & Debrief
A virtual welcome and closing reflection led by GenSimU sets expectations and introduces the simulation and guides the youth through reflection, real-world connections, and key takeaways.
Facilitator Training
A live virtual facilitator training session led by GenSimU to prepare your volunteers or staff to confidently run the simulation independently using best practices, clear guidance, and real-world examples.
Additional Simulation Kits
The base package includes a kit for up to 25 participants. Additional simulation kits may be ordered for groups larger than 25.
Youth Readiness Research Brief
A polished, research-based overview highlighting national data on teen life-skills gaps and shows how GenSimU addresses them. This brief helps organizations justify the program to boards, funders, and internal decision-makers.
Certificates of Completion
Certificates recognizing youth participants' successful completion of the GenSimU simulation. The certificates can be distributed during a closing ceremony, advisory period, or classroom celebration.
Founder Speaking Engagement
Invite GenSimU's Founder & Executive Director, Sheila Ruffin, to speak with your youth about her career journey as an energy attorney, her work in public service, and her journey as an entrepreneur.
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