Canned Soups and Canned Goods - Students Train for Emergencies - German students learn survival skills as disasters spark urgency in schools
A pilot project is teaching students in Winnenden how to handle emergencies. The programme, run by the German Red Cross, started in 2023 and has gained fresh urgency after recent crises. At Georg-Büchner-Gymnasium, pupils are now learning skills like packing emergency kits and stocking long-lasting food.
The initiative began last year under the guidance of teacher Florian Hambach, who also volunteers in disaster response. His working group covers essential supplies, from canned goods to first-aid basics. Students even explore ways to stay occupied during power outages, such as playing card games.
The project has drawn wider attention following the 2024 floods and a recent arson attack on Berlin's power grid. Baden-Württemberg already requires an annual emergency preparedness day for sixth graders. Hambach believes keeping students engaged year-round will make the lessons stick. Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has backed the idea, calling for emergency training to become a standard part of school curricula. The Malteser relief organisation, which supports the scheme, sees it as a practical way to build resilience among young people.
The programme equips pupils with hands-on skills for crises, from assembling survival kits to managing without electricity. With recent disasters highlighting vulnerabilities, schools may soon adopt similar training nationwide. The goal is clear: prepare the next generation for emergencies before they happen.
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