AHPAF provides a forum for representatives of allied health professional associations to work together to:
- Raise the profile of allied health professionals
- Develop reciprocal relationships with health sector and governmental stakeholders
- Be the connected voice for AHPAF member associations
- Support member health professional associations
- Provide advice to Minister(s) and Ministry of Health
- Provide a forum to discuss issues between professions and issues of common interest
- Share resources, information and experience
- Educate and raise awareness of a wider view of health and wellbeing
- Promote employment and professional standards for AHPAF member health professionals