Mission

Conduct collaborative research to prevent, treat, and cure pediatric rheumatic diseases.

Vision

A world free of limitations from pediatric rheumatic diseases.

Values

• Inclusiveness – We operate transparently and maximize stakeholder participation.
• Trust – Individually and collectively, we are reliable partners in managing, conducting and sharing research.
• Impact – We focus on activities of greatest significance to our stakeholders.
• Innovation – We continuously look for ways to improve our research and operations.

As Researchers…

• Support studies that can help build an evidence base for effective care for children with rheumatic disease
• Give priority to investigator-initiated protocols
• Assign priority for research development on the basis of scientific merit and impact
• Commit to enrolling patients in research studies
• Encourage and support inclusion of epidemiologic and translational research in association with clinical studies
• Develop and provide resources to centers and investigators to maximize participation in research studies

As an Organization…

• Institute transparent and clearly articulated operating principles, including organizational structure, governance, protocol selection, protocol development, and publication mechanism
• Elect alliance leadership in a democratic fashion
• Ensure high standards of performance, accountability, and ethics for members
• Achieve organizational diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in our research, processes, and people
• Embrace data sharing and dissemination of results as a core principle
• Commit to developing protocols for all rheumatic diseases of childhood
• Respond rapidly to funding opportunities
• Foster relationships with members of other organizations that support CARRA’s mission and vision