What is the VA?
VISESVA to advocate for VICSES volunteers, actively supporting Unit leadership teams and engaging cooperatively with VICSES management and Government.
- The VA is a non-profit organisation which exists to further the interests of VICSES volunteer members.
- The VA uses its dedicated focus on volunteers to select and drive the resolution of issues that impact on skills, safety and how VICSES volunteers undertake their duties. It is important to note that the VA is an Association not a Union. The VA does not engage in adversarial campaigns but it does seek to further the interests of VICSES Volunteers, and the public they serve, by promoting appropriate standards in training, equipment and ethics in VICSES.
Who are we?
The VA is wholly staffed by VICSES volunteers and is funded by VICSES Units. The VA is comprised of all VICSES Units- two Delegates are selected to represent each Unit, Regional Councils and a State Board.
Our Mission
To be pro-active in the pursuit of excellence in service delivery for VA membership and to maintain an effective communication and interaction with all emergency and support agencies.
Our Vision
To ensure that the highest level of skills training is available to the volunteers of VICSES. To ensure that the resources available to volunteers are applicable to the respective operational requirements.