1. To promote the highest ethical and professional standards in addiction counselling practice, training and accreditation.
   
   
2. To enhance and promote the level of services provided by addiction counsellors for their clients.
   
   
3. To represent and promote the views and interest of its members.
   
   
4. To promote research and evaluation in the field of addiction counselling.
   
   
5. To establish a communications network for the exchange of information and experience and to provide regular forums for discussion and debate.
   
   
6. To promote the recognition and the value of addiction counselling by Government Departments, professionals, employers, trade unions, media and others.
   
   
7. To liaise and co-operate with organisations in the addiction area, including health promotion and education at national and international levels.
   
   
8. To provide support in the area of personal development, education and training.
   
   

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