Hasselfeldt highlighted a willingness amongst many young adults to contribute to society, but noted a significant gap in awareness regarding suitable avenues for engagement She suggested that the introductory communication, coupled with readily available guidance from relevant organizations, could effectively address this issue
Within the framework of the planned legislation, Hasselfeldt urged the federal government to seize the opportunity to strengthen voluntary social commitment She stressed that increasing societal engagement is becoming increasingly critical given demographic trends Should a mandatory service period be introduced at a later date, she believes established structures based on voluntary engagement would provide a solid foundation
The proposed legislation, set to take effect next year, involves distributing questionnaires to all citizens upon turning 18 Completion of the questionnaire will be mandatory for men and will assess their interest in serving in the armed forces The initiative aims to gauge potential recruitment and identify suitable candidates for national service
