To officially represent the diversity of women's interest within ¹Ü¼ÒÆŲÊͼ and to ensure that the association considers the rights of the majority (women) in the library field. To promote and initiate the collection, analysis, dissemination, and coordination of information on the status of women in librarianship. To coordinate the activities of ¹Ü¼ÒÆŲÊͼ units that consider questions having special relevance for women. To identify lags, gaps, and possible discrimination in resources and programs relating to women. To help develop evaluative tools, guidelines, and programs in cooperation with other ¹Ü¼ÒÆŲÊͼ units designed to enhance the opportunities and the image of women in the library profession, thus raising the level of consciousness concerning women. To establish contacts with committees on women within other professional groups and to officially represent ¹Ü¼ÒÆŲÊͼ concerns at interdisciplinary meetings on women's equality. To provide council and membership with reports needed for the establishment of policies and actions related to the status of women in librarianship, and monitor ¹Ü¼ÒÆŲÊͼ units to ensure consideration of the rights of women.