Our mission is to advance human genetics in science, health, and society through excellence in research, education, and advocacy.

Annual meeting - the society organizes meetings attended by members, students, and others who have a common interest in recent developments and research in the field of genetics. journal and other professional publications - the society provides a monthly journal entitled the american journal of human genetics that keeps members and other subscribers abreast of current research and trends in the genetic field. education - ashg's primary educational objectives are to promote awareness of human genetics, encourage young people to enter genetics-related careers, and foster trust and support for genetics research. Ashg accomplishes those goals by educating students, health care professionals, health policy makers, the media, and the public about human genetics and its translation to health care practice.