To strengthen the network of black technical, professionals on center, provide unique learning opportunities that enhance their skill sets relevant to the core competencies of NASA Goddard and beyond, and establish a positive forum for the sharing of knowledge, advancement of ideas, and development of a community that champions the goals of both NASA and NSBE.

To enhance the technical, professional, and personal quality of Black civil service, contractor, and entrepreneurial science/engineering professionals, coops, and interns involved in the space industry;

To Increase the number of Black students successfully pursuing engineering degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate level.