To advance our knowledge and understanding of the determinants of health and health care needs among various populations of women.
To develop and disseminate culturally competent research methodologies and interventions aimed at improving the health status and increasing quality of care for women
To conduct policy-oriented research aimed at improving the health status of women by making the health system more aware of and responsive to women's health needs
To be a resource center for promoting excellence in practice, research, and health policy by disseminating information on women's health research issues and outcomes to community of practices (COPs), as well as to national policy makers and the media.