The organization's primary exempt purpose is to provide leadership and support of independent living groups at mit.

Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations , Human Services

Provide oversight of 38 independent living groups regarding health and safety issues, coordinate city inspections, facilitate government licensing, maintain safety and license documents data base. perform accreditation reviews of 38 independent living groups, assessing their compliance with government regulations, membership development programs, internal health and safety programs, and mit policies and rules. Report findings to the mit department of student life. provide educational courses to train independent living groups in good accounting and business practices, house property management, installation and maintenance of the house electronic infrastructure, maintaining good alumni relationships, change management and leadership, and building effective alumni advisory boards.