The objective of the Council of Sections is to support the goals and interests of the Sections of the American Statistical Association, so far as these goals are consistent with those of the Association. The Council of Sections shall encourage the development of Sections, assist in the promotion of Section activities, foster member involvement in functions of the Association, and promote communication and cooperation among the Sections. Specific activities of the Council of Sections shall include, but not be limited to:
1. Vitalizing Section activities through facilitating development of new Sections, assistance with Section activities, identification of potential joint activities among Sections, dissemination of information, and evaluation of dormant Sections.
2. Arranging programs at the Association's annual meeting with approval of the Association's Program Committee.
3. Assisting with the general promotion of the statistics profession.
4. Facilitating communication between Sections and both the Association office and the Board of Directors to help the Association promote the interests of the Sections and the profession (or the Association) in general.
For more information, watch the "What is the Council of Sections?" video on the Section Officers Handbook page.