The Virginia Emergency Management Association (VEMA) is a statewide organization that promotes and supports the twin goals of saving lives and protecting property during times of emergencies and disasters in Virginia. MISSION: "To promote, support and advocate for Emergency Management in the Commonwealth of Virginia." VISION: The recognized expert and advocate for excellence in the management of emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.” 

Welcome New Members!

  • Chad Bennett, Portsmouth Police Department
  • Gary Bergeron, Carroll County
  • Joseph Dame, City of Winchester
  • Alexander J. Horne, Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management
  • Mary Laferty, Bradley Free Clinic
  • Dyan E. Lester, Southwest Virginia Community College
  • Osjane Mayfield, Chesterfield County
  • Rossmary Pineda-Bautista
  • Walter Soto, Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters
  • Craig VanClief, Washington & Lee University
  • Emily Walter, James Madison University