Mission Statement:

• To explore effective methodology to demonstrate and teach about the use of archives and special collections
• To conduct activities to increase visibility and demonstrate the value of archives and special collections across New Jersey’s academic institutions
• To foster cooperative efforts in sharing information about and access to archives and special collections among NJLA member libraries
• To gather and make available the names of archives and special collections consultants and experts in New Jersey
• To offer continuing education, scholarship, and professional development opportunities for archivist and special collections librarians
• To provide a forum for members to share information and explore common issues faced by archives and special collections in academic libraries