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Leading An Organization Supporting 1,000+ People with Disabilities | From DSP to VP

“I didn’t care about making millions of dollars. I just wanted to make a difference."

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January 22, 2026

CPNRI Releases 2025 Annual Report

Take a look inside the best annual report yet.
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December 10, 2025

Your Guide to Adult Disability Services in Rhode Island

This new, free resource breaks down many of the service options available and what each one does.
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October 16, 2025

The Hidden Café in the State House | Disability Employment

The woman serving Governors and state lawmakers.
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April 24, 2025

The Talented Woodworker Who is Deaf

The craftsman who does it all...
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March 11, 2024

Disability Employment Reaches Record High | New Report

The report found that employees with a disability still experience an unemployment rate that is double what employees without a disability face.
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