The Links, Inc. will impact the quality of life for humankind through community service. In response to an ever-changing society, The Links, Inc. will increase its participation nationally and internationally for a stronger partnership with people of good will and good deeds.

The Links, Inc. is a volunteer service organization of concerned, committed, and talented women who , linked in friendship, enhance the quality of life in the larger community. The organization is primarily concerned with enriching, sustaining, and ensuring the identities, culture and economic survival of African Americans and persons of African descent. To contribute to the formulation of a positive, productive, and culturally diverse society, The Links, Inc. also focuses on education, cultural enrichment, health and wellness and civic involvement. This focus is implemented through strategies such as public information and education, economic development and public policy.

The Links, Inc. is based upon key values, beliefs and attitudes that are translated into the core values that undergird the organization:

• Friendship
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Service
• Commitment
• Family Relationships
• Courage
• Respect for self and others

To foster economic development

To educate the public about issues central to the well-being of African Americans

To advocate appropriate public responses to the needs of African Americans

To empower the membership in leadership development by offering training programs for greater effectiveness

To provide a positive approach to address critical youth issues

To foster artistic endeavors

To promote the well-being of the African American family

To collaborate with organizations with similar goals and objectives

To increase awareness of international issues, particularly those affecting people of African descent