Johanniter International

02/06/2026

The latest edition of JOINews is out now!
In this newsletter, we look back at the JOIN Annual General Meeting 2026, hosted by Johanniter Österreich in Vienna over the past weekend. Delegates from across the JOIN network came together to discuss current activities, future priorities and opportunities for cooperation. We also report on the JOIN Fundraising Working Group meeting, which took place in Vienna on 29 May.
This edition further includes updates on JOIN members’ continued humanitarian aid for Ukraine, as well as new Volunteer Swap opportunities with Johanniter Österreich and Suomen Johanniittain Apu - Johanniterhjälpen i Finland. Under News from Europe, we share updates from the Teamup project’s Table-Top Exercise and Integration Test in Prague, along with recent developments related to Horizon Europe and mental health at work.
Read the full edition here: https://mailchi.mp/johanniter/joinews-may2026

20/05/2026

Johanniter volunteers support St John Malta at the Malta Military Games
At the end of April, four volunteers from the Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. regional association of Hanau & Main-Kinzig travelled to Malta to support St John Ambulance & Rescue Malta with the medical coverage of the 2026 Malta Military Games.
Based at Fort Madliena, the volunteers gained valuable insights into the work of their Maltese colleagues, whose activities include first aid, firefighting and water rescue. During the three-day event, they mainly treated minor injuries such as grazes and blisters among visitors and civilian athletes.
The exchange offered a valuable opportunity to compare approaches, share experiences and build friendships across the JOIN network.

Read their report in English and German here: https://johanniter.org/19863/19863/

08/05/2026

🌊 Volunteer in Finland at the Espoo Rantamaraton! 🇫🇮
Suomen Johanniittain Apu - Johanniterhjälpen i Finland welcomes JOIN volunteers to support the medical coverage and first aid services at the annual Espoo Rantamaraton from 17- 20 September in Otaniemi, Espoo.
Around 7,000 runners will take part on the beautiful seaside routes of Espoo.
📅 Programme:
Arrival on Thursday, 17 September; venue and medical setup on Friday; marathon duty on Saturday; sightseeing in Espoo and Helsinki on Sunday.
🙋 Who can apply?
JOIN volunteers aged 20+ qualified as advanced first aiders
Languages: English, Finnish or Swedish.
Accommodation, transportation, meals and good company will be offered
See all details at https://johanniter.org/volunteer-swap-in-finland/
Interested? Contact the JOIN Office: [email protected]

30/04/2026

Our Newsletter for April 2026 is out!
This month’s edition highlights strengthened cooperation between the Five Orders of St John, continued humanitarian support for Ukraine though Johanniterhjälpen Sverige & Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V., and the growing impact of the Johanniter-Weihnachtstrucker.
You’ll also find updates from our members Johanniter Österreich, St John Ambulance Cymru, St John Association Cyprus - First Aid, and Johanniter International Assistance; from Volunteer Swap opportunities across Europe and key EU developments on wildfire risk management, AI innovation, and inclusive societies.
Read the JOINews here: https://shorturl.at/SlA4a

24/04/2026

Looking to combine volunteering, international experience, and major events? Our members across Europe are inviting first aid volunteers to join their teams this summer!
🌍 Where can you go?
🇲🇹 Malta
Join St John Ambulance & Rescue Malta at the Isle of MTV Malta Music Festival on 22 July
🇩🇪 Germany
Be part of the action with Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe e.V. at:
Southside Festival(17–22 June)
Deichbrand Festival 2026 (16–19 July)
🏴 Wales (UK)
Support major cultural and sporting events with St John Ambulance Cymru:
National Eisteddfod Music and Poetry Festival (1–8 August)
Cardiff Half Marathon (3–4 October)
See all opportunities at https://johanniter.org/volunteer-swap/

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The Volunteer Swap is an intercultural and international exchange programme for all volunteers of JOIN member organisations. It emphasises the value of volunteering for society and enables its participants to gain new experiences within the international JOIN family.

05/04/2026

Happy Easter from the JOIN Office in Brussels and the Johanniter International network!
Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Easter filled with hope and renewal.

02/04/2026

Cyprus: 100 Years of Service & Volunteerism

In 2026, the St John Association Cyprus - First Aid celebrates its centenary marking 100 years of first aid training, volunteer service, and community support.

📅 13–15 March
St John volunteers provided first aid coverage at the European Throwing Championships, ensuring the safety of athletes and spectators.

🌱 18 March “A Century of Giving”
Volunteers planted 100 trees in Potamiou, Limassol, together with the Department of Forests symbolising service, volunteerism, and care for our planet.

A century of dedication.
A future rooted in service. 💚

02/04/2026

Cyprus: Celebrating 100 Years of Service and Volunteerism

In 2026, the St John Association Cyprus - First Aid celebrates its centenary, marking 100 years of first aid education, volunteer service, and community support. Throughout the year, a range of initiatives highlights the organisation’s continued commitment to saving lives and strengthening communities under the leadership of President Dr Georgios Pantelas.

In March, volunteers provided first aid support at the European Throwing Championships (13–15 March), where certified First Aid Instructors, Advanced First Aiders, and doctors ensured the safety and well-being of athletes and spectators throughout the event.

Later in the month, the organisation marked its centenary with the initiative “A Century of Giving – 100 Trees for the Future.” On 18 March, volunteers planted 100 trees at the Church of the Holy Cross in Potamiou, Limassol, in collaboration with the Department of Forests and the Independent First Aid Brigades of St John of Cyprus.

These activities reflect the spirit of St John Cyprus volunteers as they continue building on a proud legacy of education, readiness, and service to the community. 🌱

31/03/2026

The March edition of JOINews is out!
This issue highlights humanitarian support for Ukraine (Johanniterhjälpen Sverige, Joannici / Subkomandoria Polska), inclusive emergency preparedness through the SHIELD survey, and initiatives from our members across Europe from Johanniter Österreich's XR training against discrimination in emergency services to Johanniter International Assistance's humanitarian assistance in Lebanon. It also covers news from St John Ambulance & Rescue Malta and St John Eye Hospital and European developments on road safety, digital policy, and tuberculosis prevention.
Read the full newsletter to stay updated on activities across the JOIN network: https://mailchi.mp/johanniter/joinews-march

03/03/2026

The latest JOINews has been published.
This issue highlights ongoing humanitarian assistance for Ukraine, progress in our Erasmus+ projects SHIELD and Probant Project, recent Board discussions, Volunteer Swap opportunities, new from our memebers St John Ambulance & Rescue Malta and updates from the Teamup project.
Read the full newsletter here:
https://mailchi.mp/johanniter/joinews-february