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Arizona
VOAD is the Arizona state chapter of NVOAD (National VOAD). It
consists of organizations active in disaster response through the state
of Arizona. AzVOADs role is to bring organizations together and enable
them to understand each other and work together smoothly. To
accomplish these goals, AzVOAD meets four times each year and
encourages member organizations to share information and training
opportunities at that time. AzVOAD general meetings are also times to
conduct business, provide training, networking and planning. Updates
on current disaster relief are given.
What is our purpose?
The purpose
of this organization shall be to bring together voluntary organizations
active in disaster services to foster more effective service to the
people of Arizona affected by disaster through: Communication, Coordination, Cooperation, Collaboration, Convening Mechanisms, Outreach, and Advocacy.
AzVOAD promotes coordination among member organizations to facilitate access to available resources and services.
AzVOAD
is not intended to be a competing agency but an umbrella organization
of existing agencies. Each member organization maintains its own
identity and independence yet works closely with other agencies to
improve services and eliminate unnecessary duplication.
AzVOAD
members share information to facilitate access to available resources
and services. This cooperation has resulted in coordinated response
and recovery efforts by member organizations in some of the most
devestating disasters to occur in Arizona.
AzVOAD
members are involved from first response through final recovery.
Individuals, families and communities affected by disaster may receive
assistance from a variety of member organizations. If forced to leave
their homes, disaster victims may receive temporary shelter, food and
housing for their pets. If their homes, furnishings or other property
are damaged or destroyed, they may be helped with clean up, repair or
replacement.
AzVOAD
works closely with the Arizona Division of Emergency Management and the
Federal Emergency Management Agency to prevent duplication of effort
and promote effective distribution of resources in times of emergency.
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