AFAC is an independent, member-based organisation dedicated to achieving connected and capable emergency management in Australia and New Zealand.

AFAC National Council comprises member organisations spanning fire, emergency service and land management organisations, who lead a paid and volunteer workforce of more than 288,000 people, supporting communities to be safer and more resilient.

AFAC also delivers services to, and on behalf of, emergency management organisations in Australia and New Zealand. AFAC also works in partnership with the Commonwealth Government and other domestic and international organisations supporting response, risk reduction and community resilience.

Connecting with purpose

We provide outstanding services for the emergency management sector to connect, collaborate and innovate together. We serve as a trusted advocate to a wider ecosystem on matters of shared national interest.

Developing national capability

We extend the collective capability of our members through the development of shared doctrine, practice, systems and standards. We support the sector to advance workforce competency and develop emerging leaders.

Generating shared knowledge and insight

We provide tailored and trusted knowledge and insight to members, peers and diverse stakeholders across a broad emergency management ecosystem.

Providing a workplace to be proud of

We achieve value for members with a healthy culture and diverse, high performing team, supported by systems and processes to deliver reliable, outstanding results.