Cooperation – We need each other. No member organization has all the answers for the challenges of disaster response. We are partners.
Communication – We regularly share information about our member organizations including their capacities, accomplishments and commitments. We work to maintain good channels to share information, listen intently to one another and deal openly with concerns.
Coordination – We are committed to work together, without competition, to toward the goal of effective service to disaster victims. We seek to match services to need. Through careful planning and preparation, we equip our organizations to work in coordination in times of disaster.
Collaboration – We are dedicated to working together to achieve specific goals and to undertake specific projects at disaster sites. We form partnerships during the disaster response.
Other Key Values
Education – We wish to increase awareness of each organization and also of the population of Arizona.
Convening Mechanism – We cooperate in arranging meetings, conferences and trainings.
Legislation – We encourage effective disaster relief legislation and policy.
Liaison – To serve as a liaison, advocate and voice to improve service, and support ordinance, bills and legislation.
