A mission statement is an organization's reason for existence. It establishes what the association does and for whom. A good mission captures what is unique about an organization and serves as a touchstone against which all other activities are judged.
NCRA's mission statement:
NCRA promotes excellence among those who capture and convert the spoken word to text and is committed to supporting every member in achieving the highest level of professional expertise.
Vision for the Future
A vision is a description of what the organization wants to be in the future as it successfully fulfills its mission. It is more aspirational than a mission statement and should help to inspire the leaders, staff and members.
As it fulfills its mission:
NCRA is internationally recognized as the premier educational and informational resource for its members and the public. Through its actively involved membership, the association impacts legislative issues and the global marketplace. NCRA's certification programs provide members opportunities for success and recognition.
NCRA listens to its members and anticipates their needs by delivering valued, cost-effective services and programs. NCRA is financially sound. The association invests in technology and innovation for an evolving marketplace.
NCRA members combine skill, ethics, and professionalism with the best in technology to deliver the highest quality service to their consumers.
NCRA's membership shares a strong sense of community and consists of a body of professionals who are competent, self-reliant, and prepared to maximize the opportunities the future holds.