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Welcome to the fascinating world of the THW

Whether young or old – c. 80,000 people are convinced that it's a good idea to spend some of their free time offering technical assistance to others, wherever they may be in the world. Maybe you'll catch the bug and see how fascinating it can be to help others. Here you can learn about the legal duties of Germany's state disaster protection organization, gain an overview of the technology it uses, and learn about its partner organizations at home and abroad. Form your own picture of the relief organization where modern management tools are just as relevant as team spirit and reliability.

 
Age is no barrier to becoming part of the THW and taking part in its activities; everyone is needed, from the specialist craftsmen and the “old hands” in their trade to interested and motivated young girls and boys, from the age of 10 upwards. However, the THW doesn't just offer one of the best spare-time occupations in the world: it also competes as one of!

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THW | Federal Agency for Technical Relief