The Organisation is established to advance health, education and citizenship whilst promoting human rights, reconciliation and equality in our society and the relief of those in need due to sickness and disablement who are ex-members of the security forces and their families/dependants of those who served in Northern Ireland from 1969 – 2007 (hereinafter called the “area of benefit”) without distinction of age, gender, sexuality, nationality, ethnic origin, political or religious opinion, by associating with the statutory authorities, voluntary organisations and the membership, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said membership and in particular:- A) To establish and maintain a means of contact and mutual support between all who served in the security forces including their families/dependants B) To provide opportunities for “the area of benefit” i. to improve their mental and physical health ii. to improve their educational attainment through provision of courses and signposting to further education resources iii. to participate in reconciliation, equality and dealing with the past events and processes iv. to provide process mechanisms and practical support to individuals in need due to sickness and disablement The advancement of education,The advancement of health or the saving of lives,The advancement of citizenship or community development,The advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation or the promotion of religious or racial harmony or equality and diversity,The relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage