The mission of the Society is to:

• Preserve Butler's Literary Legacy:  Encourage the teaching of Octavia E. Butler's works in academic settings and support other scholarly engagements that promote her literary legacy.
• Foster Critical and Cultural Engagement: Create a space for critical and cultural engagement with Butler's works across all disciplines and boundaries. Facilitate conversations and collaborations between academics and independent scholars interested in Butler's contributions.
• Transmit Relevant News :  Publish a newsletter highlighting research, discussions, and developments related to Octavia E. Butler, speculative fiction by writers of color, and Afrofuturism.
• Offer Educational Resources: Provide resources and support for educators teaching Octavia E. Butler's works, including lesson plans, reading guides, and academic materials.
• Award Book Scholarship:  Award a book scholarship to students who are actively engaged in studying and working on projects related to Octavia E. Butler's writings.