CITRA Membership

Who are we?

CITRA is a community site which has been designed by its founders to grow and deliver relevant, peer-to-peer information on technology and related issues directly to the people who need it.

CITRA was founded by a number of membership bodies/not for profit organisations to promote better use of technology in the sector. The membership programme was launched in December 2006.

Mission Statement

CITRA aims to be the leading IT information resource for the voluntary sector in order to enable charities to maximise the benefits of information, communication and technology.

Values

During a round-table discussion, the founding members agreed the following values. CITRA will be:

Collaborative
Acting as a “sign-post”, promoting existing information resources where possible and bringing together the knowledge and experience of other professionals.
Inclusive
Serving all charities (although with focus on IT needs of larger charities) and encouraging a wide cross-section of users, IT suppliers, umbrella organisations and individuals to be involved.
Independent
Representing the sector with a culture of independence and transparency. CITRA will not be tied – or seen to be tied – to any particular interest group.
Knowledgeable
Aware of current IT issues, engaging with leading researchers and consultants, knowledgeable of the needs and culture of the voluntary sector.
Professional
Acting with honesty and integrity to ensure that a professional service is provided. Where possible, CITRA will present informed advice, sign-posting users to the best solutions through rigorous and well-supported research.