Gerda Hasselfeldt

Gerda Hasselfeldt was President of the German Red Cross for eight years. With her long political experience – including as a CSU member of the Bundestag and Minister of Health – she brought a deep understanding of political processes to her office. During her time at the German Red Cross, she also strengthened its humanitarian work as well as the areas of disaster control, care and social services. She is regarded as an experienced mediator who effectively positioned the DRK politically. A decision on her successor will be made this Friday; the candidate is former Health Minister Hermann Gröhe (CDU).