"Your story is what you have, what you will always have. It is something to own." - Michelle Obama
What People Are Saying
The Keep It Real Diverse Rx2 game is a wonderful engagement tool, in which even the most resistant people open up to one another within moments. Playing this game helps people to experience one another in deep and meaningful ways. It lowers defenses and opens hearts and minds, facilitating understanding, new learning, and empathy.
"This is such a great game that breaks through race, gender and religious barriers."
"Keep It Real Diverse experience was mind boggling in a weird amazing way! I never in a million years thought I’d answer questions exactly how I was feeling with complete strangers (I might add that are now colleagues) This game allows you not only to find an inner connection with others but then again with yourself. It’s refreshing to know that it’s ok to be who you were made to be, imperfections and all. Everyone comes from someplace different and no one walks in the same two shoes! I highly recommend this game as a team builder, ice breaker if you’re trying to work on building a family dynamic over just having a team atmosphere."
"I whole heartedly endorse the Keep It Real Diverse game. I facilitated a Keep It Real Diverse game training with 70 of my R.A.s, many of whom have reported that this game is the best tool they have ever used. Why? Because especially for new students who don’t know anyone, Keep It Real gives them the chance to tell their story and for other people to hear them with full, undivided attention. They listen deeply to one another; that is what is missing for many young people. I have facilitated Diversity trainings, preparation for academic achievement trainings and more with this game, always with superlative results."
" “The Keep It Real Game” is a great tool for students to engage in meaningful dialogue around social justice in a non-threatening format and helpful in building community. I’ve utilized the game with students in class, residence halls, and with our bi-weekly e-Race group on campus. Students have felt empowered by sharing their thoughts and listening to others opinions in a respectful manner. The game has challenged both students and myself to dig deeper and think critically about social justice issues."
"Working in Higher Education for over ten years I have experienced many different types of programs, games and theories on how to break down barriers in order to build community, trust, and a safe environment. The Keep It Real game is my secret weapon when it comes to preparing my students to be able to speak about personal feelings, experiences, and opinions with students they may not know. The Keep It Real game is a creative tool which allows students to connect an experience with a face, group laughter, and group support. It begins the true foundation of community, retention, and most importantly the building of new friendships and great memories that we as educators hope are long-lasting with college."
"We used the Keep It Real games with our Resident Assistants during their diversity training as well as with one of the college's women leadership groups. The students loved every minute of playing the game. Since the training, resident assistants have borrowed the games to use with their floors. I would strongly recommend this game to anyone interested in helping others to understand themselves and colleagues/peers in fun but meaningful ways."
“The Keep It Real game allowed me to search deeper inside myself to find meaning in many of the things I do. The game creatively asks the questions that most people are too intimidated to ask, boldly unmasks truths that desperately need to be revealed, and enlightens the mind. The Keep It Real game harbors a magic that changes people… and will one day change the world.”
“ The Keep It Real Diverse game has unblocked the pathways into my students’ hearts! After two rounds of riveting questions from this game, I recognized a light shining through a window, highlighting the inner thoughts of all of the people around the table. We were riveted for hours and did not want to stop playing. If you work with high school and college students, like I do, I highly recommend investing in the Keep It Real Diverse game.”
"Keep It Real isn't just a board game -- it is a FUN, COMPASSIONATE, JAW-DROPPING and INTELLECTUAL way of life. Each space on the board represents a unique opportunity to discuss serious issues such as relationships, bullying and religion, and lighthearted ones such as pop culture, superpower wishes, and dreams. The action cards are HILARIOUS, prompting seemingly shy and ordinary people to get out of their seats and DANCE, SCREAM, TWIRL, and make NOISE. Keep It Real is perfect for students striving to discover themselves in a world brimming with diverse ideas, Keep It Real never fails to deliver an adventure in a comfortable and judge free zone. I promise you that Keep It Real will LITERALLY change your life."
"Throughout playing Keep It Real people learn to listen to others while gaining the comfort and courage to speak and know that others are listening to them. This is such a great game that breaks through race, gender and religious barriers. As a student leader on my campus I use this game each semester as new members join my various organizations."
"Throughout playing Keep It Real people learn to listen to others while gaining the comfort and courage to speak and know that others are listening to them. This is such a great game that breaks through race, gender and religious barriers. As a student leader on my campus I use this game each semester as new members join my various organizations."
"From start to finish, I felt like it was a really moving experience, especially because when we started off we were really uncomfortable with each other. We were not sure it was a safe place. But we grew to be comfortable with each other. And it goes to show that when you start opening up, and when you’re able to talk about things…it makes the entire environment more comfortable."
