The Aims: Affirm that parents are responsible for the upbringing and education of their children and that this can be fulfilled outside the school system. Raise awareness of Home Education rights and freedoms and encourage independent, elective home-based learning outside the school system. Respond to current and proposed policies, legislation and consultations that potentially affect the rights and freedoms of families who choose home education. Promote the right to fair and equal treatment of families choosing to engage in independent, elective home based learning with their children. Provide information in support of these aims and promote a positive image of independent, elective home-based learning outside the school system.