The Institute addresses the overarching issues of human development and transformation while simultaneously developing and implementing educational and informational systems. Through its programmatic activities, as reflected in its motto of Service Through Science, the Institute is committed to the reunification of the Black family, the reclamation of Black culture and the revitalization of the Black community. The Institute is mandated to address issues of Black human development and transformation and, in response to these issues to engage in research, education and training and development and dissemination.