We strive to:

• Promote breastfeeding as the norm through the infant's first year or longer.

• Educate the community regarding the advantages of breastfeeding and that breastfeeding is an important choice for preventive health care.

• Provide encouragement and support for breastfeeding mothers and families.

• Promote community awareness of the ecological and economical benefits of breastfeeding.

• Promote breastfeeding in public and in the workplace.

• Advocate for legislative policies that protect breastfeeding.

• Offer support, education and networking opportunities to health care providers and other interested individuals who advocate for breastfeeding.