Assert the value of an artist's portfolio as an asset of the creator, not a source of free inventory for others.

Educate artists on how to protect and manage their intellectual property rights.

Conduct research and prepare a comprehensive report on how illustrators can take advantage of the emerging opportunities in electronic licensing and publication of their works.

Engage in research on the development of authentic, secondary markets for artists' work.

Define and uphold professional standards among illustrators to protect them from unethical business practices.

Raise the visibility of illustration through a public relations campaign.

Link isolated members through a newsletter and web site.

Provide educational and promotional materials to the general public.

Conduct regular illustration conferences and occasional programs on topics of interest to the field.

Promote museum exhibitions of illustrations.

Provide insurance and retirement plans.

Achieve group rates for membership in other professional organizations and for members to avail themselves of professional services.