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Our Mission

OUR MISSION…The Opticians Association of Rhode Island is dedicated to enhancing the competency of opticians, advancing the profession of opticianry, working to resolve governmental policy issues affecting opticians, and protecting the health and welfare of the public.

As Rhode Island’s ONLY professional organization for opticians, OARI is committed to protecting the interests of its members and advancing the profession of opticianry.