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Youth fire departments in Lower Saxony: record numbers and new opportunities!
With an increase to 31,600 members in the youth departments, Lower Saxony's fire departments are strengthening their youth work.
Youth fire departments in Lower Saxony: record numbers and new opportunities!
There is good news from Lower Saxony! In recent years, the youth fire brigade has made impressive developments. Today, around 31,600 boys and girls are involved in the youth departments of the voluntary fire departments, which means an increase of 440 members compared to the previous year. The total number of youth fire brigades has also grown to 1,920, which is 43 more than in the previous year. The increase from 71 to a total of around 1,240 children's fire brigades is also particularly pleasing. These figures were presented by Interior Minister Daniela Behrens (SPD) as part of the fire department's annual report, and they show that youth work is booming in Lower Saxony. NDR reports that the dedicated carers are playing a crucial role in this increase.
The success of the youth fire brigades depends not only on the numbers, but also on the quality of the work on site. Various activities are on the program in the youth departments: from first aid courses to crafts and crafts to leisure events. These not only offer children and young people an insight into firefighting training, but also promote social skills and democratic values. The youth teams are managed by qualified youth wardens who are supported by the fire department management. Lfv-nds emphasizes that involvement in the fire brigade is not only important for the fire brigade itself, but also contributes to promoting social interaction.
New momentum through exemption
Another factor that strengthens youth work in the fire departments is the new regulation that allows youth fire departments and children's fire department attendants to take paid leave for holiday camp trips. This regulation applies retroactively to 2024 and is made possible by the amendment to the Lower Saxony Fire Protection Act. Regional today reports that the first financial resources have already flowed to the municipalities. Caregivers are encouraged to submit applications to municipalities through their respective fire departments.
Those responsible emphasize the importance of youth work for recruiting young talent and the commitment of the volunteer fire departments in Lower Saxony. Hubertus Heil, a member of the Bundestag, sees this measure as a clear expression of the appreciation for volunteer work and the support of the committed helpers. He is supported by members of the state parliament who emphasize the role of youth fire departments in rural areas and their contribution to social interaction.
In summary, it can be said that these positive developments are ushering in a new era of voluntary commitment in the youth fire departments in Lower Saxony. The increasing number of members and the implementation of exemption regulations are steps in the right direction to further promote the valuable work of the fire department and its volunteers.