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About THW-Bundesvereinigung e.V.

The THW-Bundesvereinigung e.V. (THW-BV) is a central organization that sees itself as a bridge between the Technisches Hilfswerk (THW), the THW youth, volunteers, politics, and the economy. Founded in 1980, the THW-BV has established itself as a source of inspiration that carries important suggestions and thoughts both into the THW and outward. It acts as an interface between the nationwide THW support associations at the state and local levels and supports the work of the Federal Agency for Technical Relief.

Mission and Values

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The main mission of the THW-Bundesvereinigung is to represent the interests of the THW and its members and to promote civil and disaster protection in Germany. The organization places great importance on promoting youth work and strengthening societal support for the THW. The THW-BV focuses on learning from and with each other and promotes flagship projects that sustainably strengthen civil and disaster protection.

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

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The THW-Bundesvereinigung is actively engaged in modernizing and expanding the infrastructure of the THW. This includes investments in the training and further education of volunteers as well as improving the equipment and accommodations of local associations. Special attention is given to digitization in administration and training to make civil protection future-proof. The THW-BV also advocates for energy self-sufficiency for the THW and BBK to remain operational during power outages.

Projects and Events

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The THW-BV regularly organizes events such as the "MdB meets THW" breakfast in the German Bundestag to promote dialogue between politics and civil and disaster protection. It also supports projects like the nationwide "Thank You" campaign dedicated to the emergency services after the heavy rainfall in 2021. The organization is also the initiator of a joint museum project with the German fire services that honors the history and significance of civil protection.

Commitment to Volunteering

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A key component of the work of the THW-Bundesvereinigung is the promotion of volunteering. With over 80,000 volunteer helpers, the THW is the backbone of German civil protection. The THW-BV advocates for appropriate recognition and support for these volunteers by pushing for better framework conditions and reliable funding for training and further education.

Overall, the THW-Bundesvereinigung e.V. is an indispensable partner in German civil and disaster protection, which sustainably strengthens the resilience and readiness of the THW through its diverse initiatives and projects.

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