The aims and objectives of JOASA are, amongst others, to:

• support a strong, independent and cohesive judiciary which dispenses justice according to the law, free of fear, favour or prejudice;
  
• create and promote uniformity amongst judicial officers;
  
• collect and publish information for the guidance of judicial officers and the improvement of their skills, expertise and proficiency; and
  
• promote and maintain the rule of law, as well as the dignity and status of the office of judicial officer.