On July 5th, 2024, the youth group from Johanniter Youth Carinthia, accompanied by Managing Director Petra Grell-Kunzinger, traveled to the Johanniter Regional Competition in Baden-Württemberg. Upon arrival in Filderstadt, the host city for the event, the youths entered the “First Aid Olympiad” with high motivation on Saturday. At several practical stations, the young participants had to demonstrate their skills in providing first aid and caring for the injured and ill. Realistic scenarios were created with made-up actors, whose painted and lifelike injuries looked convincingly real.

But it wasn’t only about practical skills. At a theory station, the youths had to demonstrate their general knowledge. Answering questions about first aid and the history of the Johanniter organization challenged them to think hard in the summer heat of Baden-Württemberg. The youths tackled both the theoretical and practical parts with flying colours.

During breaks between competition stations, the young Carinthian guests had the chance to observe the stations for rescue and emergency paramedics. They gained insight into emergency medical aid and advanced emergency care, which might also become relevant to them in the future.

However, the weekend was not solely about competition and learning. Alongside the events, the “Johanniter Fair” was held. With activities such as bull riding, archery, and various other fair attractions, there was plenty of fun for the participants.

After a challenging yet entertaining weekend, the youth group returned home on Sunday. Strengthened by the experiences and the very positive feedback received during the competition, they are now preparing for their next challenge. On August 31, the regional youth first aid competition of the Red Cross will take place in Feldkirchen, Carinthia, where the Johanniter youth group will participate.