It is concerned with mosquitoes from the viewpoints of their roles as vectors and nuisance insects, and species biodiversity. It also aims to support and promote co-operation between all scientists working on culicid taxonomic, systematics and distribution problems, and support the dissemination of knowledge on these topics to field personnel, government and health authorities and the public. Members of the Group must be scientists of good standing, active in the field of mosquito taxonomy and biology. The composition of the Group will be such as to represent as many countries and regions as possible. Members are elected for periods of three years and are eligible for re-election for a further three year period.
Members elect a chairperson for a three year period.