The mission of IPDA is to provide evidence-based resources, training, education, guidance and technical support to all addictions professionals in New York State by improving their skills and competency. IPDA also fosters collaboration between professionals in research, education, training, prevention, practice and policy.

The Vision of IPDA is to assure that addictions prevention and treatment in NYS is of the highest quality so that we can succeed in preventing and treating addiction which will make our communities healthier, safer and stronger.