Berlin needs you: become more volunteer in disaster protection!

Berlin needs you: become more volunteer in disaster protection!

growing responsibility in disaster protection

The need to be prepared for unforeseen crises is increasingly becoming awareness in Berlin. In view of the multitude of extreme weather events and natural disasters that have increased in recent years, disaster protection has become an essential task. The Malteser Hilfsdienst has therefore started a call to win more volunteers who want to become active here.

The role of the volunteers

Currently around 160 volunteers are involved in the Berlin Maltese in the field of civil protection. These people are essential for the effective management of crisis situations, be it through extreme weather, attacks or other emergencies. However, according to Lucas Stachetzki, the disaster protection officer of Berlin's Maltese, the willingness to support long -term support is insufficient. Many people are ready to help at short notice, but there is a lack of commitment that goes beyond the moment.

call for active participation

Especially in Berlin, a city that is potentially susceptible to crises due to its size and infrastructure, it is of great importance to have a well -prepared community. Albrecht von Croÿ, Vice President of the Maltese in Germany, emphasizes that there is a lack of civil protection staff and recommends the introduction of a voluntary company in population protection that can take place in addition to vocational and academic training.

training for volunteers

Volunteers who want to work in the disaster protection of Berlin's Malteser awaits a structured training. First, all new helpers take part in a basic training, followed by specific training modules that are tailored to the respective activity. This ensures that you are not only ready to help, but also have the necessary skills to act effectively in crisis situations.

conclusion: an important step for the community

The engagement in disaster protection is not just an individual decision, but a contribution to the security of the entire community. Interested parties have the opportunity to learn more about the requirements and the use of the Maltese. Information and contact options can be found on the website of the Berliner Malteser at: www.malteser-berlin.de/katastrophenschutz .

- Nag