Who We Are?
Our Mission
DARCI is a non-profit and non-political organization whose aims are:
a) To promote among local residents an awareness of the fields of radio and electronics and to encourage interest in Amateur Radio.
b) To contribute where possible so that the aforementioned aims can be fully realized.
c) To enable itself to become a reliable backup communications service, internal and external, in times of emergency or disaster.
Brief History
The Dominica Amateur Radio Club Incorporated (DARCI) began operations on November 28, 1962 and was latter registered under the Companies Act of the Commonwealth of Dominica on October 15, 2002. It is a voluntary, non-profitable, non-political registered organization (Company No.1146).
The Radio Amateur's Code
The Radio Amateur's Code
The Radio Amateur is:
CONSIDERATE…He/[She] never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL…He/[She] offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, the IARU Radio Society in his/[her] country, through which Amateur Radio in his/[her] country is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE…He/[She] keeps his/[her] station up to date. It is well-built and efficient. His/[Her] operating practice is above reproach.
FRIENDLY…He/[She] operates slowly and patiently when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to beginners; kind assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the marks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED…Radio is a hobby, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.
PATRIOTIC…His/[Her] station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.
– adapted from the original Amateur’s Code, written by Paul M. Segal, W9EEA, in 1928