The association aims to protect the interests of its members vis-à-vis the public and political bodies through active economic policy at the national level; to support members on specific issues related to their profession or professional status vis-à-vis the public, political bodies or professional circles; to support members in specific professional matters; to facilitate the exchange of experiences among members and support in specific professional matters; to provide services to members; to conclude contracts with third parties for the benefit of members; to promote contacts among members; and to enable insurance against the risks of death, disability and old age in accordance with the BVG (Association Foundation). The association is politically and denominationally independent.