State institutions and the Community, together for children’s education and the safety of future generations
The Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations, the Voluntary Service for Emergency Situations, the Red Cross, the Customs Authority, and the Local Police joined forces…
The Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations, the Voluntary Service for Emergency Situations, the Red Cross, the Customs Authority, and the Local Police joined forces this past weekend to organize a unique event in the Cosmopolis neighborhood in the northern part of the Capital.
Professionals from these institutions held free courses on first aid, prevention, and reaction in critical situations, dedicated to children and teenagers.
Participants learned how to administer first aid and correctly use the single emergency number 112, received self-defense and anti-bullying training, and were taught about the principles of healthy nutrition and balance for body and mind.
Additionally, trainers from public institutions, as well as representatives of major private companies, organized educational sessions on appropriate reactions in critical situations, along with demonstrations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing techniques for courage and discipline.
“Each correct call to 112 can save a life. Such courses help children understand responsibility and act quickly when it matters most,” said Elena Lungu, Director of the Voluntary Service for Emergency Situations.
Another message came from Călin Antonia, Red Cross volunteer from the Ilfov branch:
“Education for life begins with simple yet vital actions. Through these courses, children and teenagers learned how to react in emergencies and how they can save a life. It is essential that every generation acquires these basic skills, as they make the difference in critical moments.”
Direct Interaction and Spectacular Demonstrations
Beyond the courses, children and parents had the chance to directly interact with paratroopers, bomb disposal experts, intervention robots, specialists in neutralizing unexploded ordnance or explosive devices, specially trained dogs for detecting drugs or suspicious packages, firefighting vehicles, and ambulances — all aimed at familiarizing them with how state institutions intervene in emergencies.
“We saw fascinated children discovering how important the roles of firefighters, police officers, doctors, and soldiers are. These experiences stay with them and give them the confidence that they can be part of a more responsible society,” declared Ozan Tuncer, CEO of Cosmopolis
