We Are FEMA

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FEMA’s employees are committed to serving our country before, during and after disasters. Every day more than 20,000 emergency managers work to make our nation safer, stronger and more prepared.

The core values that guide our agency can be found in our capstone doctrine, “We Are FEMA.” Every day, across the nation, FEMA employees are inspired by that mission and are working tirelessly to make a difference.

We encourage you to learn more about the staff and their mission-driven work and the who, what and why behind our mission.

Join Our Mission

Video Spotlight

In this video, learn more about the staff behind our mission.

Tonya Hoover supports the training, education, and professional development of fire departments so they are better prepared to respond to all hazards.

Watch more stories in our We Are FEMA playlist on YouTube.

#IAMFEMA Stories

The men and women of FEMA are our most valuable assets. This diverse team represents every U.S. state, local, tribal and territorial area and our effectiveness is enhanced because we understand the communities we serve. We strive to ensure that our values of compassion, fairness, integrity and respect are reflected through our actions in every step in the process.

Explore these stories to get to know the people of FEMA and the many ways they are helping to create a more prepared and resilient nation. To join our team, go to USAJOBS .gov to see the latest job openings.

"This is one of the best jobs I've ever had. It's not even a job – it's a mission."

– Myra, Federal Coordinating Officer

“FEMA allows me the opportunity to continue working to help others in need."

– Arlena, Region 2

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"My FEMA training and my ability to remain calm in uncertain situations undoubtedly played a significant role in me saving an elderly woman's life."

– Tom, Region 9

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“As I support the Deaf employees, I get to see the amazing work that unfolds, the collaboration that happens and the survivors who are able to benefit. Our Deaf employees are dedicated to providing assistance to these survivors, and I am so fortunate to be part of it,”

– Yasmine, Reservists

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