Primary Mission
The EMA's mission is to support the professional development and advancement of emergency managers within the Santa Clara County Operational Area. EMA promotes readiness across public and private sectors through the phases of emergency management: preparedness, mitigation/prevention, response, and recovery.
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Core Objectives
Networking and Collaboration:

• Serve as a platform for collaboration among emergency managers and key stakeholders.
• Enhance disaster-related services for people and animals.

Training and Development:

• Provide training and professional development opportunities.
• Share best practices and lessons learned.

Coordination and Advocacy:

• Improve communication and coordination within the emergency management community.
• Represent emergency management interests in the Santa Clara County Emergency Operational Area Council.

Policy and Information Sharing:

• Inform members about public policy and legislation related to emergency management and disasters.

Guiding Values

• Professionalism: Commitment to high standards of ethics and conduct.
• Diversity: Embracing the unique perspectives within the community.
• Flexibility: Adapting to new and evolving challenges.
• Integrity: Ensuring honesty and transparency in all actions.
• Supportiveness: Promoting career and professional growth through mentoring and networking.
• Collaboration: Building consensus through shared knowledge and education.
• Resourcefulness: Acting effectively in dynamic situations.

Code of Ethics
To uphold its mission and values, the SCCEMA requires its members and guests to adhere to the following code of ethics:

• ​Conduct themselves and participate in activities in a professional and businesslike manner.
• Actively engage in EMA meetings and activities on a regular basis.
• Refrain from hosting or participating in any activities that conflict with EMA's mission and values.
• Seek Executive Board approval before distributing or displaying materials at EMA events.
• Use the membership roster exclusively to contact members for discussions on emergency management topics or official EMA business.
• Refrain from using the EMA name or professional affiliation for personal or political advantage.