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You can print out our pocket map for civilian spontaneous helpers with lots of useful checklists and information, fill it out and always carry it with you.
The pocket map is not an official document, but it will help you to find your way around during an emergency.
What is the Helfer-Guide?
In our guide, we share our experiences as spontaneous civilian volunteers and offer you plenty of tips: from effective preparation and appropriate behavior on-site to ensuring your own safety and how to deal with your experiences.
Who are we?
We, the Helfer-Stab gGmbH, are a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded to provide flood aid and support the rebuilding of the Ahr Valley. We act as a bridge between voluntary aid from the public, large-scale aid organizations, and public entities such as Professional chambers and authorities. In doing so, we serve as a point of contact both for those affected and as a networking hub for helpers. Our aim is to network all those involved in flood aid and reconstruction after the floods so that we can work together even better and implement aid projects together. Because together we can complement each other and achieve much more.
Any questions?
Send us an email or a message via the contact form.
Deutsche Version
Versión española
What is the Helfer-Guide?
In our guide, we share our experiences as spontaneous civilian volunteers and offer you plenty of tips: from effective preparation and appropriate behavior on-site to ensuring your own safety and and how to deal with your experiences.
Who are we?
We, the Helfer-Stab gGmbH, are a non-profit, non-governmental organization founded to provide flood aid and support the rebuilding of the Ahr Valley. We act as a bridge between voluntary aid from the public, large-scale aid organizations, and public entities such as Professional chambers and authorities. In doing so, we serve as a point of contact both for those affected and as a networking hub for helpers. Our aim is to network all those involved in flood aid and reconstruction after the floods so that we can work together even better and implement aid projects together. Because together we can complement each other and achieve much more.
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All videos with English subtitles
Episode 01: Preparations as a civilian spontaneous helper
How do you best prepare for your deployment as a spontaneous helper in the flood area?
From the information you need beforehand to a packing list and an appropriate self-assessment, you'll find everything you need to get started as a spontaneous civilian helper before you even set off.
Episode 02: What you should look out for on site
When working as a civilian spontaneous aid worker in a disaster area, it is important to know what to expect. In this video, we look at the dangers on site and give you tips on how to behave safely on site.
Episode 03: After work - what you take home with you
The experiences you have as a spontaneous aid worker in a disaster area can be intense - take the time to process them! In today's video, Adrian tells you how he processed his experiences as a spontaneous helper and gives you valuable tips on how you can do the same.
