RI Office of the Child Advocate

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Don't miss out! @NEInstituteTech Automotive Technician training starts April 6. 15 spots available. Apply now: skillsforri.tfaforms.net/wfQNdZa #NewEnglandTech #SkillsRI #CareerTraining #AutoCareers #RhodeIsland

Calling RI youth ages 14-19! 📢 Apply for the April 2026 RI Teen Institute! Use the QR code to get the details and fill out an application!

"En español: Padres y cuidadores de Rhode Island: su opinión es importante. Dedique 5 minutos a completar esta encuesta confidencial sobre el apoyo a los estudiantes que sufren ausencias escolares frecuentes o prolongadas. Sus comentarios ayudarán a informar las futuras decisiones sobre políticas educativas en todo Rhode Island. Esta encuesta está siendo realizada por el senador Louis DiPalma y la Dra. Deanna Conley. No está afiliada a RIDE ni a los distritos escolares locales. 🗓 Cierra el 31 de marzo de 2026. 🔗 Responda la encuesta: forms.gle/YgTziFQVfY5ucy… Gracias por ayudar a fortalecer el apoyo a los estudiantes y las familias de todo nuestro estado." Shared from @RIPIN_RI IG

"Rhode Island parents and caregivers — your voice matters. Take 5 minutes to complete this confidential survey about supports for students who experience frequent or extended school absences. Your feedback will help inform future education policy decisions across Rhode Island. This survey is being conducted by Senator Louis DiPalma and Dr. Deanna Conley. It is not affiliated with RIDE or local school districts. 🗓 Closes March 31, 2026 🔗 Take the survey: forms.gle/qiZoTY9hb7DDRY… Thank you for helping strengthen supports for students and families across our state." Shared from @RIPIN_RI IG

⚙️ #ReadySetWork | Defense & Trades Class starts March 23. Hands-on career readiness for Defense & Trades, including roles supporting employers like @gdelectricboat. Apply: skillsforri.com/rsw #SkillsRI #GDElectricBoat #RIJobs #RhodeIsland

Make your home safe for kids by childproofing, particularly when it comes to storing medications. Ensure that all medicines are securely stored to prevent accidental poisoning incidents. #ChildSafety #PreventionTips

💼 Interested in a career in Banking & Finance? Ready.Set.Work! helps you build skills for roles in banking, finance, IT, and customer service. 🗓 Starts March 16 👉 skillsforri.com/rsw #ReadySetWork #SkillsRI #RhodeIsland

I’ll be providing the latest storm update today at 4:30 p.m. Tune in at FB.com/GovDanMckee. Stay home and stay safe.

Our next Express Yourself workshop is coming up on 2/21! All youth over the age of 5 that have experienced adoption, foster care, or challenging circumstances are invited to this free workshop. See flyer below for additional details and information!

People-first language is important. It emphasizes the individuality of someone defining them by their disability or condition. By using people-first language, we acknowledge that a someone's identity is not solely tied to a particular characteristic or challenge they may face.

What if one week could change the direction of your career? February #ReadySetWork! classes are now accepting applications: • Banking & Finance (Feb 9) • Defense – Electric Boat (Feb 23) 👉 skillsforri.com/rsw #SkillsRI #RIJobs #RhodeIsland

RIC WEATHER ALERT | Due to predicted severe winter weather, all classes and activities (including online classes, nursing clinicals and placements) have been canceled on Monday, January 26 on all RIC campuses. 🚨 For the latest information, click here: bit.ly/4qH1krV.

Please visit tinyurl.com/RICLOSINGSandA… for an updated list of closures/parking bans in your area.

We're ready for this storm, and we ask Rhode Islanders to do the same. Prepare now and have essentials on hand so you can stay off the roads while our plow crews do their job. 🌨️

All emergency pop-up shelters are activated to provide a warm, safe place for anyone in need. These sites are operating in addition to our seasonal and year-round shelters and warming centers. Full list of resources from @RIEOHousing: housing.ri.gov/resources/indi…

Special thanks to Benny from Wind Walkers Pet therapy and Santa Claus for making time to spread holiday cheer to our kids and families!

Thank you to Maria from Pizza Hollywood Middletown for the delicious pizza! 🍕

The OCA wants to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who made our holiday event in partnership with @childfamilyri, NAFI RI, and @CFRI1834 last month!