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Mission, Values, and Strategic Plan

ABA’s mission, values, and strategic plan guide how the association serves the burn care community. ABA’s strategic plan helps turn those values into meaningful action, improving outcomes, advancing research, and supporting burn survivors every step of the way.


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ABA's Values

These core principles define how ABA works and what it stands for:

Integrity

ABA leads with honesty, transparency, and professionalism.

Collaboration

ABA welcomes new ideas and approaches to burn care.

Innovation

ABA builds partnerships and learns from diverse voices.

Compassion

ABA cares deeply about burn survivors, families, and the professionals who support them. 

Strategic Plan

The ABA’s strategic plan focuses on four goals that support our mission and drive the future of burn care. 

Education

Deliver trusted, evidence-based education that helps burn care professionals grow and improve patient outcomes. ABA provides certification programs, continuing education, and access to expert resources.


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Research

Lead and support high-impact research that shapes the future of burn care. ABA advocates for funding, supporting new investigators, and prioritizing projects that translate into real-world improvements.


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Quality Care

Create a culture of continuous improvement through data, standards, and training. ABA programs, like Burn Center Verification and the Burn Care Quality Platform, help burn centers and clinicians measure, evaluate, and enhance their care.


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Prevention

Prevent burn injuries before they happen. ABA works with national and local partners to raise awareness, share safety tools, and advocate for stronger prevention policies.


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Why It Matters  

ABA’s values and priorities aren’t just words; they shape every program, resource, and relationship ABA builds. They ensure ABA meets today’s needs while pushing burn care forward, always focused on better patient, family, and professional outcomes.