We are an essential element in maintaining operational readiness. We provide professional development and mentoring and support cultural diversity. We establish and maintain a positive image of the Sea Services in communities and educational institutions.

National Naval Officers Association (NNOA) is the "Gateway to Success" in the Sea Services. We are innovative thinkers committed to a shared vision of leadership, professional exchange, and networking. We are dedicated to achieving a diversified workforce. We are the premier professional development organization in the Sea Services. Our members are empowered with the skills necessary to achieve their full potential. We are an invaluable partner of the Sea Services in the achievement of their recruitment, retention and readiness goals. We recognize our responsibility to our community as we promote and foster American ideals.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

We are an inclusive organization that seeks diversity in our membership. We value all members and are committed to treating everyone with dignity, respecting individual differences, and affirming organizational and personal strengths. We are "TEAM NNOA" composed of active duty, reserve and retired officers and civilians. We achieve our mission and vision through enthusiastic support and dedicated service at the national and local levels. We are an organization of professionals whose accomplishments are attained through teamwork and accountability. We are dedicated to the professional development of our members. We promote an atmosphere conducive to self improvement and forward thinking. We promote honest, effective, and open communications. We communicate and process information using the best resources and technology available. We recognize achievements and maintain our valued reputation.

Goal 1: Training and Education - We will provide realistic, continuous training and information to enhance members' opportunities for success.
Goal 2: Membership - We will actively recruit all eligible individuals and organizations in the accomplishment of the vision.
Goal 3: Partnership - We will establish partnerships and build alliances to accomplish the vision of the organization.
Goal 4: Organizational Administration and Assessment - We will maintain a professional administrative structure and regularly assess organizational effectiveness.
Goal 5: Public Relations - We will conduct a public relations campaign to highlight the accomplishments and benefits of the organization.
Goal 6: Finance - We will obtain and sustain sufficient funding to carry out all national operations and programs.