Goals of the Association are:

• promote biosafety as a priority for the region
• integrate international best practices for biosafety into all work with infectious microorganisms
• assist members in the development of programs, guidelines, standards and regulations
• promote the development of research and science using modern biosafety and biosecurity methods
• develop and deliver integral training programs
• promote biosafety cooperation with international associations and societies

 

BACAC Activity Planning:

• Objective 1: Implementation of Best Biosafety Practices
• Objective 2: Education & Awareness Raising
• Objective 3: BACAC as a Leader
• Objective 4: International Linkages
• Objective 5: Collaboration with Governments

 

Strategic Objectives

• To harmonize the application/implementation of biosafety international best practices among professionals in the region.
• To create a common scheme/framework for dissemination of knowledge to the population within the region and to facilitate the raising of awareness on biosafety issues.
• To develop BACAC into a well-functioning organization, and to be the recognized leader in biosafety at the local and regional level.
• To establish and strengthen close cooperation with international organizations engaged in the field of biosafety.
• To collaborate with governments to strengthen national and regional biosafety policies and programs.