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

The AFAC Strategic Plan 2023-2027 defines AFAC's purpose, strategic choices and the outcomes it is committed to delivering.

For thirty years, AFAC has played a key role in building a connected and capable emergency management system and sector across Australia and New Zealand. This remains our vision and our focus. We support our members every day to pursue and deliver their agreed and shared goals. We play a critical role in supporting AFAC National Council to achieve the fire and emergency services sector’s Strategic Directions.