[1][2] Although NEFA lists a New York address for its headquarters on its website, the organization's business offices are located in Charleston, South Carolina, according to the latter's Secretary of State.
Its stated goal is "to help prevent future tragedies in the U.S. and abroad by exposing those responsible for planning, funding, and executing terrorist activities, with a particular emphasis on Islamic militant organizations.
[8][9][10][11][12][13][14] Media such as UPI, ABC, and Fox News have, in turn, used the documents, video, and translations provided by NEFA.
[26] NEFA was founded by CEO, President and Treasurer Michelle T. "Mikie" Hayes and Director of Strategic Operations David Draper.
[31][32] Draper previously worked as a contractor for the Charleston, South Carolina-based law firm Motley Rice.