The 16 page document released on 4/11/22 can be downloaded HERE.
SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES VISION
VISION STATEMENT
Create strategic, asymmetric advantages for the Nation in integrated deterrence,
crisis and conflict.
CORE VALUES
Honor. Earn the trust of the Nation by doing what is right.
Courage. Be steadfast in the face of physical and moral danger.
Excellence. Commit to achieving the highest possible standards.
Creativity. Seek innovative and novel solutions to the hardest, most complex problems.
Respect. Treat our teammates and partners with the highest regard.
WHO WE ARE
• Innovative problem solvers tackling the most complex challenges and creating strategic impacts through special operations actions and activities.
• Cohesive and disciplined teams committed to our core values and the SOF Truths.
• Mission-ready today, preparing for the future, and inspired by our rich history.
• A community of dedicated and trusted SOF professionals -military, civilian, contractors, and our families.
WHAT WE DO
• Shape the environment to reduce risk, prevent crises, and set conditions for success in
competition and conflict.
• Respond swiftly to crises worldwide and accomplish high-risk, politically-sensitive missions with a low signature and small footprint.
• Cultivate strong relationships with our global network -allies, partners, joint, interagency, multinational, industry, and academia.
• Illuminate irregular threats, foster partners’ resilience, and create dilemmas for our adversaries.
• Care for the well-being of our SOF family -mentally, spiritually, and physically.
WHERE ARE WE GOING
• Balanced force employment and readiness for integrated deterrence, crisis, and conflict.
• Sustainable counterterrorism to safeguard the Nation.
• Modernized formations, concepts, and capabilities leveraging emerging technologies.
• A resilient enterprise capable of conducting integrated all-domain special operations.
While China is our number one pacing challenge, the United States continues to face numerous advanced and persistent threats globally, including the enduring threat posed by non-state actors.