The objects and general purpose of the Association shall be:
1. To serve as an Association for the visually handicapped;
2. To promote the welfare of the visually handicapped in the Republic of Singapore;
3. To facilitate and encourage greater participation of the visually handicapped in the administration of their affairs and activities and in the management of the Association;
4. To work towards the abolition of architectural, attitudinal, social, cultural, educational, employment and any other barriers that prevent the total integration and equal treatment of the visually handicapped in the community;
5. To encourage eye-care and safety and research in the prevention and cure of blindness and related diseases;
6. To do any or all such other things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects and shall include the appeal for funds in aid of the visually handicapped.
Objectives are to be carried out for the benefit of Singaporeans.