Why We Care: Our Words
- Access for everyone
- America
- Awareness
- Be better
- Collaboration
- Compassion
- Create change
- Human Dignity
- Innovation
- Medical needs
- Public Health
- A voice for you
- Vulnerability
The American Restroom Association’s mission is to champion the availability of clean, safe, and well-designed public restrooms throughout the United States. Our mission encompasses:
- Promoting innovative restroom design and technology.
- Advocating for increased restroom availability and accessibility.
- Monitoring and influencing pertinent legislation and regulations.
- Documenting the challenges faced by individuals who limit travel or avoid activities due to concerns about access to appropriate restroom facilities.
The ARA works to advance our mission by:
- Developing and executing public awareness campaigns to generate positive media coverage.
- Addressing weaknesses in existing regulations and legislation.
- Serving as a central resource for information regarding the health impacts of inadequate public restroom access.
- Conducting surveys to develop “Municipal Friendliness Ratings” to assess and recognize communities prioritizing public restroom access.
- Establishing and maintaining communication with similar organizations worldwide.
- Creating and disseminating best practice guidelines, brochures, and suggested restroom designs.
- Serving as a clearinghouse for companies and individuals offering relevant products and designs.
- Building and maintaining communication channels with building managers, architects, builders, the American public, and other relevant stakeholders.