Mission Statement

National library Mission Statement

• Collect and preserve in a special Vanuatu Collection and in the Bislama, French, English and the vernacular languages all literature pertaining to and published about Vanuatu: such literature to cove all aspects of Vanuatu’s customs and culture; its social, economic, political and religious life; the land and natural environment; its people, communities, institutions and history. The Library also house Pacific and General Collections.
• Encourage and develop public interest in its Collections, including a sense of national pride in and respect for the Collections, which are being preserved, maintained and developed on the nation’s behalf.
• Provide, maintain and enhance public access to the Collections, for the purpose of reference, research and general enjoyment of our national literary heritage.
• Act as a specialized information service and educational tool in assisting students of all ages to access and use reference and other resources for their general and educational benefit. 

National archives mission statement

The mission of the National Archives of Vanuatu, in the service of the people of Vanuatu and in accordance with the terms of the National Archives Act (Cap. 216) is to:

• collect, safeguard and preserve for posterity the historic, cultural and other public records of the nation;
• organize and preserve these records in accordance with professional archival policies and procedures;
• provide, maintain and enhance Government and general public access to the Archives for the purpose of reference, research and general information, while respecting cultural practices concerning access of information;
• collaborate with other National Archives, libraries, museums and other appropriate bodies in the promotion of the nation’s heritage;
• provide reference services to Government bodies, other organizations and individuals, as required.
• continue to develop Government and public awareness of the importance of efficient record keeping and records management for good governance and accountability.