The Finnish Reservists’ Association (FRA) is the national organization for over 350 local associations representing approximately 36.000 members. The majority (90 %) of the membership is made up of military reservists of all ranks. In many of the local associations also other Finnish citizens, male as well as female, can participate. The main purpose of FRA is to contribute to the strengthening of the national defense will and maintaining reservists military skills and fitness for service. FRA is a member of The National Defence Training Association of Finland which trains and educates citizens to be prepared for and to survive dangerous situations in everyday life and under exceptional conditions. FRA co-operates with The Finnish Reserve Officers' Federation and The Association of National Defense Guilds. FRA was founded in 1955 and until 1995 it was called The Association of Finnish Reserve NCOs.
