Possibility, Powered by Imagination.
Proven Digital Innovations
We drive behavior change, system improvement, and policy-relevant insights through applied research powered by game-based learning, immersive simulations, and AI-enabled solutions. Our commitment is to addressing social, health, and environmental challenges with empathy and impact.
Backed by Research, Driven by Innovation.
Howard Delafield International, LLP (HDI) is a small women-owned social enterprise specializing in game-based learning, AI driven research tools, and interactive simulations. Leveraging our expertise in emerging technologies, behavioral science, research, and the application of commercial strategies we are dedicated to improving social, health, and environmental outcomes of underrepresented communities globally. Our proven innovations are measured through rigorous, research-driven evaluations, ensuring our work is both effective and transformative.
Our Partnerships
We work in partnership with domestic and global organizations that are committed to solving problems with the people that they are designing for.
30 years in 30 countries
We have worked throughout South and South East Asia, the Pacific and Micronesia, East Africa, the Caribbean, parts of West and North Africa and the Middle East.
Major Clients
The HDI Edge
Experienced
30 years of improving social, environmental and health outcomes in over 30 countries
Proven
Rigorous research—including proven randomized controlled trials (RCTs), in-game data analysis, and bot simulations—demonstrates that our digital games enhance decision-making and strengthen agency. Findings are validated by over one million players
Pioneers
Game-based learning, gamification, simulations, virtual influencers, AI-enabled data & research
Product Mindset
Designing for scale, reach, impact, and sustainability
Failing Fast
Corporate culture that embraces failure to enable faster success that drives innovation
Localized
Majority of country-based expertise through local staff and partners
Small and lean
Rapid decision-making, agile and flexible flat structure, empowered and collaborative teams
Strategic mix
Technology, business, and impact
Recognized
Multiple industry awards
Fun
Our innovations are engaging, relatable, and offer challenges, rewards, and fun. And so are we.
