The Samoan communities in New Zealand are valued and integral members of society. They contribute to the well being of the nation through active participation in lifestyles that are satisfying and enriched by meaningful occupations and employment.

The association shall:

To promote a healthy lifestyle through active participation in sport and leisure for the Samoan community in New Zealand

• Promote fitness, good health, fellowship and social well being among the Samoan community in New Zealand.
• Support the professional development of Samoan players, administrators, coaches and officials.
• Promote excellence in sport and leisure for Samoan people in New Zealand.
• Encourage the development and maintenance of cultural values through sport and leisure activities.
• Promote the family unit in sport and leisure activities.
• Encourage Christian ethics in all activities.
• Assist new arrivals from Samoa to adapt quickly to New Zealand society through sport and leisure participation.
• Promote traditional Samoan sport and recreation, e.g. kilikiti and lape, as an integral part of the Samoan community in New Zealand.
• Promote participation in sport to all members of the community and family unit.