About Us
As members of both the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (National VOAD) and Pennsylvania Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (PAVOAD), Southeastern Pennsylvania Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (SEPA VOAD) is a forum where organizations share knowledge and resources throughout the disaster cycle preparation, response and recovery to help disaster survivors and their communities.
SEPA VOAD coordinates planning efforts and, during a disaster, matches community needs with services provided by member agencies. This cooperative effort is an effective way for a wide variety of organizations to work together in a crisis.
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The SEPA VOAD adhere to the principles established by the National VOAD. The principles are referred to as the 4C's:
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Cooperation
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Communication
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Coordination
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Collaboration
Leadership
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Co-Chair Tim Elbertson
Montgomery County
Department of Public Safety
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Co-Chair Julia Menzo
Liberty Lutheran
Co-Chair Janet Zeis
Chester County Department of
Emergency Services