The aims and objectives of HBTSSN are to:

• Promote, foster and develop the discipline of haematology in all its aspects
• Provide support and advocacy for research in haematology and Blood Transfusion Science
• Promote excellence and advocate for improvement in the care of patients with hematologic diseases and others.
• Encourage, stimulate and foster education and interest in haematology amongst medical laboratory scientists and the wider community
• Provide opportunities for haematology scientists, students and other interested parties to meet to promote scientific communication and education in the field of haematology and Blood Transfusion Science.
• Foster national and international collaboration in haematology research and practice
• To serve as adviser and faculty to the postgraduate college of Medical Laboratory Science