We provide an opportunity for the people in our field to associate, to meet, to share experience and expertise, to create innovative solutions in a constantly changing environment. Together we provide: * NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES through programs, listservs, chat groups, publications and regional meetings * EDUCATION through publications, seminars, virtual programs and conferences * CO-ORDINATION OF MUTUAL INTERESTS AND NEEDS through partnerships that create positions, documents and standards * LOBBYING AND POLITICAL ACTION with the public and private sector on issues that matter * INFORMATION to maintain knowledge and program levels that affect our performance * SERVICES AND PRODUCTS that support our work, raise awareness of our value, and promote our goals