The scope of the Government Information Division is to bring together those interested in the value, organization and management of government information sources with those responsible for the provision and improvement of government library services.

It is a forum for the exchange of ideas and information on the value and use of government information and government libraries.

It conceives and carries out projects that assist members in improving services to their constituencies.

It looks to promote the professional advancement of its members, and the interconnections between users and providers of government information and services from governmental entities at all levels of governments.