“The aging society has many advantages”: The fear of low birth rates and the pension crisis is exaggerated, says economist and author Andreas Hoffmann ...
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“The aging society has many advantages”
Key FactsPolice Officer Launches School Traffic Safety Initiative
Apr 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: swr.de
  • In 2010, officer Andreas Hoffmann survived a serious traffic accident that inspired his dedication to accident prevention.

  • The initiative features authentic accounts from police, firefighters, paramedics, victims, and chaplains to engage students emotionally.

  • Breisach Vocational School was selected for its predominantly young male students, who statistically face higher accident risks.

  • Over 5,000 students have participated, and the project earned the 2026 Baden-Württemberg Traffic Prevention Award.
  • Behind the uniform, we are all human.
    — Andreas Hoffmann, conveyed during a classroom session on traffic safety to remind students that there are real people behind the uniforms.