The aims of the RC46 are: to advance knowledge in all areas of clinical sociology throughout the world; to provide a common meeting ground for clinical sociologists and others interested in clinical sociological knowledge; to encourage international cooperation in clinical sociology research; to promote training and educational opportunities to further the development of clinical sociology; to develop bonds with other disciplines and other specializations in sociology.

• International Sociological Association
• Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology
• Association Francaise de Sociologie (RT 16 Sociologie Clinique)
• Association Internationale des Sociologues de Langue Francaise (CR 19 Sociologie Clinique)
• Institut International de Sociologie Clinique
• Commission on the Accreditation of Programs in Applied and Clinical Sociology (CAPACS)