Rendez vous at the Centre Bagatelle with Ulli Zelle and Albrecht Broemme

This time, the event welcomes Albrecht Broemme, the former president of the Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW) and former state fire chief of the Berlin Fire Department—a man who knows what it means to shoulder responsibility in times of crisis. For decades, he was on the front lines whenever others needed help: during floods, power outages, pandemics, or the reception of refugees. With a clear-eyed perspective and pragmatic humor, Broemme discusses how Berlin is prepared for emergencies—and what each and every one of us can do to remain capable of taking action in the event of a blackout or other crises.

In a relaxed, informal atmosphere, Ulli Zelle moderates the conversation, guides the discussion, and fosters a lively exchange about responsibility, preparedness, and solidarity in our city. An evening that informs, inspires, and provokes thought.

To wrap things up, a small get-together offers the chance to chat with the guest and other attendees and bring the evening to a close in a warm, intimate setting.