AIR’s mission is to conduct and apply the best behavioral and social science research and evaluation towards improving people's lives, with a special emphasis on the disadvantaged.
Within the United States and internationally, AIR will be the preeminent organization that Produces improvements in education, health, and the workforce; Addresses the needs of individuals, organizations, and communities; Designs and advances statistical and research methods; Causes practitioners and organizations to adopt evidence-based practices; and Informs public understanding and policymaking by the best evidence.