Adult Behavioural Services and Access SIG  was created with the mission to provide a forum for individuals, caregivers, students, practitioners,  and researchers with interests in applying the science, practice, and philosophy of behaviour analysis to challenges encountered by emerging adults (previously referred to as transitional aged youth) and adults across a wide range of service settings to connect, network, and disseminate. This includes (but is not limited to) skill acquisition, treatment of challenging behaviour, rights and autonomy, dual diagnosis, addictions, and other applications of ABA within emerging adults and adult populations.

Specifically, the organization shall:

a. Serve as a scientific and professional reference and networking group for its members.

b. Provide opportunities for organizations, interdisciplinary teams, families, academic institutions, and service agencies—to build awareness, partnerships and networking opportunities to enhance the use of behaviour-analytic principles that enhance quality of life, support transitions across the lifespan, and strengthen the systems that support emerging adults and adults across Ontario. 

 c. Organize an annual meeting to provide a forum for discussion of the affairs of the SIG.

d. Establish guidelines and consistency for the delivery of behaviour analysis in settings supporting youth and adults, such as—but not limited to—supported independent living, transitions from school to work, hospital and community transitions, and home-based supports.