The Association of Government Accountants (AGA) serves government accountability professionals by providing quality continuing professional education (CPE), fostering professional development and certification, and supporting standards and research to advance government accountability. The chapter tailors opportunities to an audience of accounting, audit and many other state government professionals. Mission AGA is dedicated to the advancement of government financial management by providing or sponsoring appropriate educational programs, encouraging professional development, influencing governmental financial management policies and practices and serving as an advocate for the profession. Accountability The Association also serves government officials and the public by sponsoring efforts to ensure full and fair accountability for all public monies and by providing a variety of pro bono services throughout the United States and its territories that support that end. Education and Training Members can actively participate in association activities through membership in nearly 100 AGA Chapters throughout the United States and around the world. Membership offers an opportunity to exchange ideas, network with peers and gain first hand exposure to governmental financial management issues. Networking AGA sponsors comprehensive programs which allow participants to earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) for maintaining their licenses and certificates as well as meeting criteria for advancement and other employment opportunities.