To foster the development of the highest standards of library service to and for young adults, grades 6-12.

To advocate continuous specialized young adult service to attract and retain patrons through the transition from childhood to adulthood.

To provide young adults access to the entire range of library materials and services.

To promote active cooperation among schools, community organizations, and public libraries.

To provide the means for all young adults to expand the boundaries of their thinking, and to empower them to fulfill their academic, vocational, recreational and emotional needs.

To urge all libraries to meet the standards recommended in The Key to the Future: Revised Standards for Youth Services in Public Libraries of New York State, 1994.