SSAFA – the Armed Forces Charity

24 April 2018

The UK’s oldest national tri-service military charity

Our vision
In recognition of their service to the Nation, SSAFA works to ensure that the needs of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families are met in an appropriate and timely way.

Our mission
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, exists to relieve need, suffering and distress amongst the Armed Forces, veterans and their families in order to support their independence and dignity.

Our values
Understanding – Showing empathy; giving a helping hand to those in need and distress
Committed and Professional – Being beneficiary-focused in all we do; accountable for our actions; open, transparent and acting in the best interests of people who use or need our support
Fair – Being consistent in how we deal with people; acting with integrity and not making moral judgements; not discriminating; promoting inclusivity and diversity
Courageous – Standing by what we believe when we need to challenge accepted wisdom; trusting in our own ability; doing the right thing, however hard; questioning actions not consistent with our values

To find out more, visit our website – www.ssafa.org.uk

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