This organization is an association of people interested in library work with children and young adults. Its purpose shall be to strengthen and maintain work with youth in the libraries of Northern and Central California according to the highest standards of professional librarianship by:

   * Reviewing and evaluating children's books and other materials produced for young people
   * Working actively to further the cause of library work with children
   * Discussing various phases and problems of this work
   * Cooperating in the solution of problems of mutual concern
   * Encouraging and stimulating the personal friendships of its members