A Brief History of RARI:

In 1994 the American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB), recognizing that most reflexologists felt there was a need to pursue the formation of a national association, hosted a conference in Denver, Co to explore such a possibility.

The Reflexology Association of America (RAA) was officially founded on April 30, 1995. As stated in the by-laws, those present pledged:

As RAA moved forward, the need for state associations became apparent.

The Reflexology Association of Rhode Island was founded in September of 2003.
"The affiliation between the Reflexology Association of Rhode Island and the Reflexology Association of America was formally approved by the RAA Board of Directors on July 24, 2006."

The Primary Goals of RARI are:

• To maintain a membership association.
• To monitor laws and regulations involving Reflexology within the State of Rhode Island; thereby protecting the rights of members to practice as a self governed profession.
• To establish standards and ethics for the practitioner.
• To promote continuing education so that the members may serve the best interest of their clients and the profession.
• To promote Reflexology to the public and other health care professions as a complementary health practice.
• To encourage affiliation among its members and national associations within the United States and around the world.

"We need your help to achieve these goals"
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"The purpose of the association is to advance the interest of its members in the professionalism and practice of Reflexology while fostering harmony and goodwill."

RARI Board of Directors:

Diane Alexander, President (401-486-6235)
Ellie Clemence, Vice President
Jan Deutch, Treasurer
Nancy Bartlett, Secretary (401-714-5722)
Geri Marandola, Director

Committees
Election
Legislation
Membership
Education
Newsletter
PR/Fundraising
Hospitality

Delegates to RAA
Linda Hopgood
Gayle Brezack

©2009 Reflexology Association of Rhode Island