Presented by the Economic Progress Institute

Join the Economic Progress Institute (EPI) for an in-person training to help social workers, community health workers, and community organizations guide clients through public benefits programs. The session will be held Friday, October 30, from 9 AM to 12 PM at Gaige Hall, Rhode Island College in Providence.

Led by Divya Nair, EPI’s Senior Policy Analyst for Children and Families, the training will include a Medicaid training session by Shamus Durac, Staff Attorney at the Rhode Island Parent Information Network, and a discussion with RI Department of Human Services Director Kimberly Merolla-Brito on the changing landscape of SNAP, Medicaid, and other vital programs.

With a new federal law making benefits harder to access, this program offers practical tools and insights to help professionals better support low-income Rhode Islanders.

We are aslo very excited to share that 3.0 Continuing Education (CEUs) credits are available for social workers joining the training!

Space is limited—register today and be part of the effort to ensure that every Rhode Islander can access the support they need to thrive.

Register Here

Presented by KCRS Empowerment

Write Your Crown is a virtual creative writing experience designed to help youth and young adults discover the power of their voice, strengthen their writing skills, and express themselves with confidence. Through guided writing activities, journaling, storytelling, poetry, creative prompts, and group discussions, participants will have a safe and encouraging space to explore their ideas, experiences, goals, and creativity. No previous writing experience is required. Participants only need an open mind, a willingness to participate, and something to write with!

Program Schedule

Dates: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027

2nd & 4th Mondays, with select 5th Monday

6-7pm: 10-15 years old

7-8pm: 16+ years old

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

This session will provide age-appropriate creative writing activities focused on: •Building confidence and self-expression •Journaling and creative writing prompts •Short stories and storytelling •Poetry and spoken-word activities

Register Here

Presented by KCRS Empowerment

Write Your Crown is a virtual creative writing experience designed to help youth and young adults discover the power of their voice, strengthen their writing skills, and express themselves with confidence. Through guided writing activities, journaling, storytelling, poetry, creative prompts, and group discussions, participants will have a safe and encouraging space to explore their ideas, experiences, goals, and creativity. No previous writing experience is required. Participants only need an open mind, a willingness to participate, and something to write with!

Program Schedule

Dates: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027

2nd & 4th Mondays, with select 5th Monday

6-7pm: 10-15 years old

7-8pm: 16+ years old

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

This session will provide age-appropriate creative writing activities focused on: •Building confidence and self-expression •Journaling and creative writing prompts •Short stories and storytelling •Poetry and spoken-word activities

Register Here