CT State Independent Living Council

10/22/2026

🎥 **THE RECORDINGS ARE HERE!**

**Shaping the Future of Disability Rights – 2026 Nonpartisan Candidates’ Forum**

**Hear directly from the candidates about issues that matter to YOU!**

Did you miss our October 7 Candidates’ Forum? Or would you like to hear what the candidates had to say again?

The Connecticut State Independent Living Council (CT SILC) is pleased to share the recordings, available in English (captioned), Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL).

Hear from participating candidates on disability rights, independent living, accessibility, and other issues affecting people with disabilities. Take the opportunity to listen, learn, and gather information to help make informed voting decisions.

📺 **WATCH THE RECORDINGS**

**English (Captioned):**
https://vimeo.com/1231659188

**Spanish:**
https://vimeo.com/1231658076

**American Sign Language (ASL):**
https://vimeo.com/1231657371

📖 **EVENT BOOKLET**
https://bit.ly/Forum26Booklet

📝 **WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!**

Whether you attended in person, participated virtually, or are watching the recordings afterward, your feedback matters!

If you haven't completed our satisfaction survey, we'd love to hear from you.

**Survey:**
https://form.jotform.com/262913820113146

❤️ **A SPECIAL THANK-YOU!**

Our sincere thanks to our sponsors, community partners, planning committee, volunteers, participating candidates, and everyone who helped make this event possible. We truly appreciate your support and involvement!

📸 **PHOTOS COMING SOON!**
Stay tuned for photos from the forum!

**Please share these recordings and resources with others.** The opportunity to learn and stay informed doesn't end when the event is over!

*CT SILC is nonpartisan and does not endorse or oppose candidates for public office.*

10/20/2026

2026 NAMI Connecticut Education Conference - More Good Days Together

More Good Days Together, will span youth and adult mental health and cover areas such as connecting people to the right systems of support, peer-led advocacy, defining personal well-being, collective healing and more.

Friday October 23, 8:00am - 4:00pm
The Courtyard by Marriott Hartford Cromwell
4 Sebethe Drive, Cromwell, CT 06418

Registration is still open.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

10/13/2026

Join us Friday, October 16, 2026, for the CT Cross Disability Lifespan Alliance (CCDLA) Call from 12:00 to 1:00 PM!

The more disability and aging organizations, self advocates, family members, providers, community partners, advocates, and individuals come together, the stronger our collective impact.

Every voice and every perspective matters. Whether you attend regularly or this is your first time, we invite you to join the conversation as we share information, discuss issues that affect so many lives, hear legislative and community updates, and identify opportunities to work together to create positive change across Connecticut.

Agenda:
• Legislative updates and plans for next legislative session
• Announcements

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84825806646?pwd=gwX3gbC35Kd4oaRBW7sB2ayLFdTSHA.1

Meeting ID: 848 2580 6646
Passcode: 129685

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10/13/2026

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WEBINAR - Voting News You Can Use: Update on Connecticut's Voter Laws with Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas

THURSDAY OCTOBER 22, 2026, 6:00 to 7:00 PM
(You must register to attend)

Join Connecticut's Secretary of State, Stephanie Thomas, to discuss key topics that will impact CT voters:
• Recent election law changes
• Election reassurance if misinformation is out there
• What to expect when you vote this year
• Accommodations available

Registration Link:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Voting Rights informational webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

10/09/2026

Sharing Spinal Cord Injury Association of Connecticut Adaptive Bowling Social Event.

Date: November 14, 2026
Hours: 3-5 PM
Location: Callahan's Bowl-O-Rama

Advance Registration required: https://shorturl.at/2LSVQ

Strike Up Some Fun & Make New Connections!

10/09/2026

Sharing upcoming information for upcoming Special Education Equity for Kids of Connecticut, Inc. conference on October 23, 2026.

Don't miss Connecticut's premier special education advocacy event! ✨

The SEEK CT Conference is back on October 23, 2026, bringing together parents, attorneys, educators, and advocates to share real-world strategies for special education equity. Co-Hosted by Hubbard Day, Oak Hill School and Winston Preparatory School.

📍 Wesleyan University, Fayerweather Building, 45 Wyllys Ave., Middletown, CT
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

🎤 Featuring keynote speakers Matt Cohen & Dr. Preston Green III

🎟️ Tickets:
• Parents: FREE (or $25 with lunch)
• Professionals: $100 (includes lunch)
👉 Tap the link in our bio to check out the full schedule and grab your tickets! www.eventcreate.com/e/seekconference2026

(Psst... We are still accepting event sponsors! Register online or email [email protected] for details.)

10/08/2026

We are thrilled to be at the 2026 Nonpartisan Forum today! Come visit our UCEDD table for swag and treats!

10/08/2026

10/08/2026