ACCD STATEMENT OF PURPOSE :

• To promote high standards of ethical responsibility and training through a professional organization which represents all agencies and disciplines dealing with crime and delinquency.

• To develop and maintain good professional standards and to constantly reevaluate and update programs and services for the prevention and treatment of crime and delinquency.

• To secure public interest, understanding, and support in the state of Alabama in all ways consistent with the high purpose of this council.

• To sponsor an annual study conference for all members of this council, persons engaged in work dealing with crime and delinquency, and other interested persons.

• To keep the membership informed of problems, issues, training opportunities and new developments in the field throughout our state and the nation through meetings and the publication of a newsletter.