Shaping the Future of Democracy: The Inaugural Rhode Island Civic Learning Conference

Save the Date | October 28, 2027 | Warwick, RI

Join educators, community leaders, youth advocates, and policy champions from across the Ocean State for a dynamic gathering dedicated to advancing equitable, high-quality civic learning. Hosted by the Rhode Island Civic Learning Coalition and supported by the Rhode Island Foundation.

About the Conference

The Inaugural Rhode Island Civic Learning Conference brings together educators, community partners, and youth leaders to build a stronger civic learning ecosystem. Supported by generous grant funding from the Rhode Island Foundation, this event serves as a dedicated hub for professional development, resource sharing, and collaborative action.

• Elevate Classroom Practice: Actionable strategies to implement the Civics Literacy Act and support student-led civic projects.

• Strengthen Community Networks: Connect K–12 educators with community-based organizations, youth leaders, and higher education partners.

• Advance Civic Equity: Centering youth voices and expanding access to high-quality civic education for all Rhode Island students.

Call for Speakers

Share Your Expertise: Call for Session Proposals

Deadline: Spring 2027

We are seeking interactive workshops, panel discussions, and practical classroom strategy sessions that empower educators and community leaders.

• K-12 Pedagogy & Projects

  Target Audience: Classroom Teachers, Curriculum Directors

  Focus Areas: Community-based civics, student-led projects, media literacy, inquiry-based social studies.

• Community Partnerships

  Target Audience: Community-based organizations, Nonprofits, Youth Advocates

  Focus Areas: Community-based learning, youth-adult partnerships, authentic local engagement.

• Policy & Leadership

  Target Audience: School Administrators, Policy Leaders

  Focus Areas: Implementing civics standards, school climate, equitable civic pathways.

Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities

Partner With Us

Showcase your resources, support Rhode Island educators, and power the next generation of informed, active citizens.

• Exhibitor Booths: Connect directly with classroom teachers, district leaders, and community decision-makers.

• Sponsorship Tiers: Support educator scholarships, youth delegate participation, or keynote sessions with prominent branding opportunities.

• Custom Partnerships: Collaborate on sponsored workshops or networking receptions.

Download the Full Sponsorship Package