We have taller buildingsbut shorter tempers.
We have more conveniences
but less time.
We have more knowledge
but less judgment.
We have fancier houses
but broken homes.
We clean up our air
but pollute our souls.
We travel to the moon
but not to our neighbors.
We add years to life
but not life to years.
About Us
What makes a city a great place to live?
Today crime, juvenile delinquency, broken families, and overcrowded prisons overshadow many nation's
productivity, ingenuity, and prosperity. The reason for this decline is the lack of individual character.
However, government and community leaders can use their influence to foster a community-wide culture where good character is rewarded. When character is developed on the individual and family level, lasting and positive change will occur.
Who We Are and What We Do
The International Association of Character Cities (IACC) formed in 1998 with a twofold strategy:
equipping families to build character and helping communities reinforce character among their citizens.
IACC provides resources, training, contacts, and counsel to leaders who are committed to character
development: in themselves, their families, and their communities. View the
list of communities who
have committed to developing character.
IACC is a division of the Character Training Institute, Inc. (CTI), a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation based in Oklahoma City, OK, USA. CTI was founded largely through the efforts of Tom Hill of Kimray, Inc.