SoAzVOAD Mission Statement

The Southern Arizona Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (SoAzVOAD) is a regional coalition of non-profit, for profit, and government organizations that may be active in all phases of disaster.  Its mission is to foster inter-agency cooperation and coordination in order to provide efficient and comprehensive support and services to disaster survivors and communities vulnerable to disasters in Pima, Graham, Greenlee, Cochise, Santa Cruz, and Yuma Counties.

SoAzVOAD accomplishes its mission through:
• Communication:  disseminating information through meetings, websites, and outreach.

• Coordination:  coordinating policy among member organizations and serving as a liaison to the state and national VOADs, the state of Arizona, and other groups involved in disaster.

• Cooperation:  fostering cooperation among member and non-member organizations at all levels.

• Collaboration:  dedicating ourselves to working together to achieve specific goals before, during, and after a disaster.

• Convening Mechanisms:  providing seminars, meetings, local and regional conferences, and training programs.

• Legislation:  encouraging effective disaster relief legislation and policy.

Vision Statement
Over the next three years, the Southern Arizona VOAD will help create a safer, more prepared community by helping member organizations acquire the training, skills and resources necessary to respond to an emergency or disaster of any size or scope.