Heroes of everyday life: Carinthian lifesaver honored!

Heroes of everyday life: Carinthian lifesaver honored!

On April 10, 2025, a ceremonial award took place in the Mirror Hall of the Carinthian state government, in which ten brave people were awarded for their services in the area of life. The awarding of the Cross of Honor for Rescue Service was made by Governor Peter Kaiser and State Councilor Sebastian Schuschnig, accompanied by the state office directors Dieter Platzer and Markus Matschek. In his speech, Kaiser emphasized the high importance of life rescue, which is often associated with considerable risks for the rescuers. Schuschnig also emphasized the relevance of volunteering and civil courage for society.

The event was visited by the relatives and friends of the honored, who created a special atmosphere of recognition and respect. The ceremony was musically framed by the Katolnig music school, while laudations were held by Christiane Ogris, the head of the protocol.

awarded heroes

belong to the awarded:

• Manuela Buchacher, Samaritanbund Carinthia, search dog squadron
• Claudia Tauchmann, Samariterbund Carinthia, search dog squadron
• Franc Legat, Samariterbund Carinthia, search dog squadron
• Hildebert Peter, pensioner
• Fabian Raab, pensioner
• Michael Eichhübl, surgical assistant clinic
• Melanie Gorit Schnig, ARA flight rescue
• Herbert Graf, Ara Flugreettung
• Philipp Heidenreich, Ara Flugreettung
• Andreas Schmautz, Ara flight rescue, volunteer fire brigade Glainach-Tratten

The excellent ones saved life through their quick action, be it through first aid, resuscitation or missions in difficult terrain. Such acts not only require courage, but also the willingness to take personal risks. As can be seen from a study, civil courage remains a critical topic in society. It is examined which motifs people are moving to show civil courage and what obstacles are in the way.

civil courage in everyday life

civil courage is not just a word, but an active action that is often initiated by injustice in society. According to a Study of the BPB , the willingness to the civil courage is often dependent on various factors. The essential aspects include moral ideas, social skills and individual responsibility, which is often associated with emotional closeness to those affected.

Nevertheless, many people look away, often out of fear or resignation. The study identifies several factors that both promote and inhibit civil courage. The beneficial characteristics include self -confidence and empathy, while fear of social isolation and perception of risks in critical situations can reduce the willingness to become active.

The honorary event in Carinthia is an impressive example of how civil courage can be estimated and promoted in society. It is important to bring such heroes into public awareness and to create an environment in which civil courageed action is rewarded.