Encourages protection of archaeological sites and material, and provides lecture and publications on archaeology.

Promotes and disseminates archaeological knowledge, activities and publications, and stimulates interest in archaeology.

Presents regional interests and concerns on archaeological issues, and provides publications, and mailing list.

Charitable organization promotes ethical practice of archaeology, and fosters collective learning.

Promotes archaeology, preserves and shares interests and knowledge of the past, and is involved in a variety of major archaeological activities.