It is the Commission's mission:

• to examine and explore issues concerning cultural, education and media policy development and implementation;

• to provide an international forum for debate, exchange of information, communication, critical analysis and expansion of knowledge regarding policy development;

• to recognize the dynamic nature of policy development and music education by responding to issues identified in meetings of the Commission;

• to promote international collaboration through developing joint research projects across different geographic regions;

• to disseminate the proceedings of seminars internationally; and

• to ensure the broadest possible geographic representation at Commission seminars, including new and experienced researchers.