Abstract
In this paper, the authors present a preliminary report on the development of programs to activate community participation in the assessment of mining risks. The data were collected at an international workshop held in Hanoi, Vietnam, in 2006. Participants mainly included government officials specialized in mining engineering, geology, and geochemistry. In the workshop, two kinds of simulation game were utilized. Participants discussed various problems during the games, such as the safety and health risks associated with small scale mining, as well as the risks of using cyanide and mercury. Following the discussions, participants were asked to evaluate the effectiveness of the simulation games with regard to using one of them at actual mining sites. The participants' evaluations were generally favorable, and their comments indicated additional factors for incorporation into future programs.
