Enable those who work with older adults, paid or volunteer, to become more competent in the field of gerontology, and
Encourage coordination among interested individuals and groups to enhance community involvement in helping other Mississippians achieve more exciting, meaningful and independent lives, and
Educate the general public to the aging process by including input from the elderly themselves to identify their needs, and
Advocate for the rights, privileges and responsibilities of older adults in order to enhance their quality of life