In order to promote the development of a highly educated society in a cost effective manner, NAHEFA’s mission is to provide assistance and support to its member higher education authorities through education, communication, advocacy and leadership development so its members can better serve their varied constituents.
The general purpose of NAHEFA is demonstrated by the following activities of NAHEFA:
- Encouraging and assisting in the promotion of and more effective operation of Higher Educational Facilities Authorities via educational programs and research projects
- Informing the public about the programs, activities and achievements of Higher Educational Facilities Authorities and acting as a clearinghouse of information among the Authorities themselves
- Assisting in the collection and presentation of information to various segments of the financial community, including rating agencies, for the purpose of assisting the financial community to better understand the role of Higher Educational Facilities Authorities
- Presenting to concerned parties, the policies or views of the Association and its members concerning public issues relevant to the programs and operations of Higher Educational Facilities Authorities.