Our mission statement

Who are we and what do we do?

I.S.A.R. Germany is a globally active, non-profit search and rescue organisation with a clear mission to save human lives in extreme situations and to sustainably strengthen rescue capabilities. Our commitment can only be realised through donations.

A central focus of our work is the Localisation and Rescue buried persons, especially after Earthquake, using highly specialised Rescue dogs and qualified task forces.

In addition, we provide Emergency medical care for injured and affected persons and ensure the Primary care in Complex damage situations.

In addition to acute operations, I.S.A.R. Germany is involved in the development, training and sustainable strengthening of rescue and operational infrastructures on the ground, always in close cooperation with local and international partners and institutions. The aim is to make help available in an effective, structured and long-term manner.

I.S.A.R. Germany assumes responsibility when existing structures reach their limits. We act quickly, competently and in a coordinated manner, with clear responsibilities and a high degree of technical precision. Our claim goes beyond the moment. We not only create Support for in use, but leave behind Hope and effective structures for the future.

Our mission

Saving people - through rapid disaster relief, excellent emergency medicine and sustainable help for self-help.

We create hope because we act worldwide where every minute counts:

in locating and rescuing buried and missing persons,
emergency medical care in disaster areas,
in emergency aid and by establishing and strengthening local rescue structures

Doctor examines little girl in her mother's arms during medical assistance.

Rescue worker with helmet cares for person in purple rescue blanket in tent

Our vision

A world in which people everywhere receive fast, professional help in the event of disasters - and are rescued before time costs lives.

We strive for an international community in which disaster relief on the ground is efficient, reliable and organised according to the highest quality standards. I.S.A.R. Germany stands for the highest standard of international rescue: fast, professional, co-operative and always ready for action.

Why I.S.A.R. Germany?

Because every minute counts.

It is our promise; to the people in need, to our partners and to ourselves. It reminds us why we train, why we prepare and why we act when others are still hesitating.

Group of emergency services making a team gesture in front of building with memorial sign.

What values define us?

Humanity
People are at the centre of everything we do - their dignity, our respect and our empathy are the basis of every decision.
Professionalism and excellence
Bringing together the highest professional quality, operational expertise, continuous training and tried-and-tested teamwork - that is the ISAR standard.
Our team spirit
Cohesion, trust and mutual responsibility have absolute priority - safety and effectiveness are the result of teamwork, both in action and in training.
Courage & solution-orientation
We think unconventionally, act pragmatically and find imaginative solutions - even and especially under the most extreme conditions.
Reliability & Responsibility
"We stop the world in an emergency“. We stand up for each other and for the people we help. Alerting means commitment. You can rely on I.S.A.R. Germany.
Voluntariness
Our commitment is honorary, unpaid and voluntary. We act out of inner conviction and responsibility.
Gratitude
We are grateful: For the trust placed in us. For our commitment. The work on site. The hope we give. For being part of this moment.