The fascination of helping others in need

With over 80,000 volunteers, the Federal Agency for Technical Relief, or Technisches Hilfswerk (THW), is a unique organization within Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior specialised in providing technical and humanitarian assistance, e. g. in the wake of natural disasters, accidents and other emergencies, both in Germany and abroad. The areas of operation are diverse, ranging from search and rescue after earthquakes through flood control to technical assistance for critical infrastructure. With specialised technical units and modern equipment, THW provides assistance in many different emergency scenarios, ensuring the safety of the population.  Find out more about THW's mission, its history and the fascination of helping others at THW information stand - including an extensive vehicle show.