The association's objectives are: a. to develop and ensure the management and operation of the Valais scientific network; b. to maintain close contacts with institutions in the Valais tertiary sector or any other research center or non-profit organization; c. to represent the canton of Valais as a member of the SWITCH Foundation and ensure compliance with the conditions it imposes. To achieve these objectives, the association proposes, in particular, to: a. promote rational management of the human and material resources at its disposal; b. contribute to promoting the use of the network and making common/mutualized services available to members; c. promote the exchange of information between association members; d. ensure information, documentation, and didactic support for its members.