With more than 2,100 member organizations from 55 allied countries, the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International is the world's largest non-profit organization devoted exclusively to advancing the unmanned systems community. Serving 6,000 members from government organizations, industry and academia, AUVSI is committed to fostering, developing, and promoting unmanned systems and related technologies.

 

Mission Statement
The mission of AUVSI is to promote and support the unmanned systems community through communication, education and leadership.

Vision Statement
AUVSI is the focal point for the unmanned systems global community

AUVSI's Strategic Goals

1. Inclusive Community – AUVSI will be an inclusive and accessible global organization encompassing the robotics/unmanned systems community
2. Global Focus – AUVSI will be the essential partner in the growth and reach of the global robotics/unmanned systems community.
3. Education and Outreach - AUVSI will facilitate the expansion of robotics/unmanned systems knowledge and will promote educational opportunities.
4. Knowledge Source – AUVSI will be the preferred robotics/unmanned systems knowledge source.
5. Advocacy and Influence – There will be recognition of AUVSI by governments, industry, and academia as a powerful advocate for robotics/unmanned systems.
6. Member Services – AUVSI will provide value-added services to its current and potential membership.

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–noun

1.	an organization of people with a common purpose and having a formal structure.

2.	the act of associating or state of being associated.

3.	friendship; companionship.

4.	connection or combination.