Advocates in Action Rhode Island: Rhode Island's Statewide Self-Advocacy Organization

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realizing what's important,
speaking up about it
and making a difference!

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Rhode Island DD Community Forums and Information Meetings

As part of our work for the RI Division of Developmental Disabilities at BHDDH, Advocates in Action has been hosting the Division's Community Forums and Information Sessions since 2020.

One this page you can register for the upcoming forums and view recordings from previous years.

Note: Advocates in Action is the host for these events.

Please contact the Division directly with any questions or information requests at: BHDDH.AskDD@bhddh.ri.gov

You can also visit the BHDDH website at: www.bhddh.ri.gov/developmental-disabilities

Save the Dates and Use the Links Below to Register for the 2026 DD Community Forums.

Tuesday, March 10th, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm: CLICK to visit the March Forum Page

Tuesday June 9th, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm: CLICK to visit the June Forum Page

Tuesday, September 8th, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm: CLICK to register for the September Forum

Tuesday, December 8th, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm: CLICK to register for the December Forum

Let's Zoom!

Please Note: The DD Community Forums take place virtually using the Zoom App.

If you've never used Zoom, no worries! Email us at aina @ advocatesinaction.org and someone from our team here at Advocates in Action would be happy to help!

Use the links below to view the 2025 DD Community Quarterly Forums

Tuesday, December 16th, 2025