IANS mission is to provide a forum for exchange of ideas and dissemination of knowledge regarding the pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of anal neoplasia among individuals with a broad spectrum of background, viewpoints and geographic origin.

In support of this mission IANS will:

• Develop position papers regarding the pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of anal neoplasia.

• Represent the consensus opinion of IANS regarding the above topics to other professional societies, public organizations, regulatory authorities and governmental bodies.

• Encourage the development of a robust research agenda on the pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of anal neoplasia.

• Develop educational materials and conduct training courses that encourage the entry of a broad spectrum of clinicians into the field of anal neoplasia, and that furthers the development and depth of skills of clinicians needed to optimally diagnose, treat and prevent anal neoplasia.

• Develop educational materials for patients with anal neoplasia.