The Louisiana State VOAD accomplishes its mission through the following priorities:

• Communication - disseminating information through electronic mechanisms, its Newsletter, the directory, research and demonstration, case studies, and critique.
• Cooperation - creating a climate for cooperation at all levels (including grass roots) and providing information.
• Coordination - coordinating policy among member organizations and serving as a liaison, advocate, and national voice.
• Education - providing training and increasing awareness and preparedness in each organization.
• Leadership Development - giving volunteer leaders training and support so as to build effective local VOAD organizations.
• Mitigation - supporting the efforts of federal, state, and local agencies and governments and supporting appropriate legislation.
• Convening Mechanisms - putting on seminars, meetings, board meetings, regional conferences, training programs, and local conferences.
• Outreach - encouraging the formation of and giving guidance to state and regional voluntary organizations active in disaster relief.