Leon Kresmer

Born in Bonn in 1994, Leon Kresmer is rarely satisfied with the first answer. Whether it is technology, digital gaming worlds, horror films, tabletop games, or 3D printing, once a topic captures his interest, he explores it in depth. He is particularly fascinated by understanding how things work and why certain stories or concepts continue to captivate people over time. In the future, he hopes to turn his passion for making complex topics accessible into his profession.

Communicating for Civil Protection: A Traineeship at the BBK

How does a federal agency communicate when its information is designed to help people prepare for crises and emergencies? The traineeship at Germany’s Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK) combines media relations, social media, and public communication with crisis communication of direct relevance to society.