MECOPP works specifically to:

• Support Minority Ethnic carers to access supports and services that suit their caring situation.
• Develop opportunities for the active involvement of Minority Ethnic carers in consultation planning and participate in the decision-making processes which affect their lives.
• Raise the profile of Minority Ethnic carers and their needs at a national level.

• Support carers in the Gypsy/Traveller community in rural and urban areas of Scotland.
• Create opportunities for Minority Ethnic carers to share their views and experiences.
• Respond to gaps in services.
• Assist service providers, both statutory and voluntary, in the development of culturally competent services.