The mission of the FAIFE Committee and Office is, as stated in the 1997 resolution, "to advise IFLA on matters of international significance to libraries and librarianship in regard to freedom of access to information and freedom of expression, including, but not limited to censorship of library materials; ideological, economic, political or religious pressures resulting in limitations on access to information in libraries; or restrictions on librarians and other information specialists who provide reference and other information services."



The priorities within this work are:



- Promote freedom of access to information and freedom of expression as fundamental human rights which are cornerstones vital to the mission of libraries and librarians in providing access to knowledge in support of human rights, peace, democracy and development.



- Be the leading international organisation in responding to attacks and limitations on libraries and librarians, seeking the support and assistance of other organisations as appropriate.



- Support and assist organisations worldwide which are addressing other relevant issues which may affect libraries and librarians.