As we mark the quasquicentennial of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA), we arrive at a critical juncture that its members consider the future of their organization and its ability to continue serving them effectively. For 125 years NCRA has been a steadfast advocate for our members and a provider of essential services as well as setting the gold standard for certification in the court reporting, professional captioning, and legal videography communities. However, to ensure that this mission can continue and maintain the high level of support NCRA offers, members must take a bold step forward with the dues adjustment proposal before them.
Times have changed drastically since 2019 when the last dues adjustment was approved. The costs of operating NCRA and delivering the services and events our members rely on have increased significantly. Without this dues adjustment, NCRA risks being unable to maintain the quality and breadth of its offerings.
The 2024 dues adjustment proposal is not just about meeting our current needs; it is about securing our future. Should this dues adjustment be implemented, we are investing in the continued success of NCRA, the well-being of our members and their livelihoods. As we celebrate 125 years of NCRA serving its members, let us look forward with confidence and determination knowing that we have taken the necessary steps to ensure our continued relevance, impact, and belief that our best days remain ahead of us, not behind.
Here is a look back at the efforts of your Association; its Board of Directors; current and former officers; and various members of the court reporting, broadcast and CART captioning, and legal videography communities urging their colleagues to vote yes for this proposed dues adjustment:
- Cents that make sense: Vote “Yes” — just 13.7¢ a day!
- How NCRA’s voting process works, important dates for voting members, and more
- AI vs NCRA: The difference of having an effective association on your side
- Out of many, one: Now is the time for members to unite for NCRA and vote yes
- Vote yes for a reasonable amount of change
- Opportunities for NCRA members are “write” there
- A world without NCRA?
- Let’s keep our ship sailing
- Important votes coming up Aug. 1: Make sure your email is current by July 19
- Why your vote matters: A stark look at NCRA’s dues adjustment
- Vote “Yes” on the NCRA proposed dues adjustment
- The impact of not enacting a dues adjustment in 2024
- Writing in total and complete support of the proposed dues adjustment
- Why you should vote yes on the proposed dues adjustment
Members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with how NCRA’s voting process works and important dates relating to the dues adjustment proposal. Eligible members of NCRA can participate in voting via a secure, online ballot starting August 1 for 24 hours regardless of whether or not they are attending the 2024 Conference & Expo at The Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Ky.
