- To provide a forum for Nurse Specialists who are involved in the long term care of people who have diabetes.
- To promote an increased awareness amongst the members of the need for specialist care for persons with diabetes.
- To organise educational meetings and courses for members.
- To provide a recognised training programme (which would be approved by An Bord Altranais) for diabetes specialist nurses.
- To promote communication between the Association, local, national, and international groups involved in diabetes education and research.
- To keep members of the Association informed of current trends in education care and research.
