# African Association of Eugene & Lane County (AAE) # ## Mission and goals * The association shall serve as a forum to bring together people of African descent and friends of Africa in Eugene, Springfield and neighboring cities in general. * The association shall provide services that will promote and encourage the collective cultural, social, educational and economic welfare of its membership and the community. * It shall also safeguard the diverse African heritages and traditions inherent in the rich cultures of the continent, and serve as a medium to disseminate these heritages and traditions to the Lane County community.