Special thanks to everyone for making this event possible: RI Bike, the City of East Providence, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, and the Rhode Island Department of Health. 2/2

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, September 12, from 12 PM – 3 PM at Grassy Plains Park for a bike safety demonstration and local food vendors! The City of East Providence will be hosting a free helmet giveaway for both kids and adults. 1/2

This workshop was invaluable. I enjoyed attending and meeting all of the fine folks here.

Neighbors Welcome! RI@neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social · 4w ago

Some insights from our workshop with Ivy Vann — we are getting so excited for our next one with @strongtowns.org! More info here: www.eventbrite.com/e/why-your-t...

And that's a lot of what organizing is about: listening to folks and empowering them to take action to build a better tomorrow. Want to help build towards better housing availability and affordability here in Rhode Island? Send me a message — I'd love to connect!

After all, our home — the First Place — is the center of our lives. Having a place to call home, a place where you can pursue your ambitions, career, & hobbies, or start a family — is crucial. I did a lot of listening and reflecting during my time at this gathering hosted by @welcomingneighbors.us.

Last week, I was in Maryland, along with @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social, where I got to be in a space with folks from all across the country, from all walks of life & political affiliations, who are working to improve housing affordability & availability in their communities.

Enjoyed an afternoon out in East Providence at the PVD Food Truck Event at Munroe Dairy's Sacred Cow Ice Cream Shop and Market. It was great running into friends, neighbors, and folks running for office, especially as the primary is coming up this Wednesday, September 9th. 1/3

Knocked doors for Merrill for East Providence School Committee Ward 3 this evening. Had several fantastic conversations with neighbors about @libbymerrill.bsky.social, in particular about who she is and what she stands for.

We're glad that many of our members and neighbors from East Providence were able to attend this informative and engaging workshop!

Neighbors Welcome! RI@neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social · last mo.

This morning, we dug into the economics of building more homes with the inimitable Ivy Vann. The math can be complicated, but understanding what gets built, what it costs, and why is essential to solving RI’s housing shortage. Full recap coming soon!

This past Monday, I voted early at East Providence City Hall in the upcoming primary election here in Rhode Island. I encourage all of my friends and neighbors to get out and vote. It's only a little bit of time out of your day, and it makes all the difference in the future of our state.

Thank you to everyone who joined tonight's Community Education Series, "Vote Your Values: A Guide to Informed Voting." We appreciate the great discussion from residents, and a special thanks to Christine Stenning from the League of Women Voters of Newport County for sharing her expertise.

This is also what density makes possible. More people in a city means more of this, more life, more connection, more spontaneity. Economically thriving cities are alive, and this is what we get when we say yes to welcoming folks into our neighborhoods and our communities. (2/2)

Today, I'm working from Central Park. People are reading, working, picnicking, and singing together. Strangers sharing the same space and actually enjoying it. Third Places like this bring people together. (1/2)

Our next Community Education Series event, Vote Your Values: A Guide to Informed Voting, is coming up NEXT WEEK on Monday, August 10 from 6:30 - 7:30pm at east 33 (33 Veterans Memorial Parkway). RSVP: www.facebook.com/events/23005... See you there!

Yesterday, I attended @pvdstreets.org's Summer Boost Fundraiser. It was great running into many friends and advocates who have been on the front lines of fighting for transit and walkable infrastructure in our state.

Tonight we joined @pvdstreets.org for their Summer Boost Fundraiser! We're also proud to have signed onto their 2026 blueprint, "Small State, Big Headaches", a roadmap for safer streets & better transit in RI.

I was out knocking doors today, speaking to my neighbors about @libbymerrill.bsky.social's campaign for East Providence School Committee. I believe she is the best choice not only for Ward 3, but for our city. 1/2

Join us Wednesday, July 8th at 7pm for a virtual Friends of NWRI meeting. We'll wrap up where our housing bills ended up, talk upcoming elections, and share how to join our members' Discord server. RSVP: actionnetwork.org/events/frien...

Friends of NWRI Virtual Meeting

We will discuss Neighbors Welcome's 2026 platform, answer questions, and brainstorm legislative advocacy strategies.

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Fantastic progress at the State House! 🙌 We are thrilled to see the Faith-Based Affordable Housing bill clear the Senate committee and move forward. Let’s keep this momentum going. Next stop: the Rhode Island House of Representatives!

Neighbors Welcome! RI@neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social · 5mo ago

This legislation would help open the door for faith communities to create much-needed affordable homes across Rhode Island by allowing residential development on underused religious property. A small zoning change with the potential for a big community impact.

This legislation would help open the door for faith communities to create much-needed affordable homes across Rhode Island by allowing residential development on underused religious property. A small zoning change with the potential for a big community impact.

“My biggest takeaway was the absolute necessity of building diverse, intersectional coalitions,” says Mélodie. (1/3)

Momentum is Building: The WNN North East Regional Gathering — Neighbors Welcome! RI

Last week, Executive Director Kristina Brown and board members Claudia Wack and Greg Miller all hit the road for the Northeast gathering of the Welcoming Neighbors Network (“WNN”), an annual convening...

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Another excellent Lobby Day on the books! Thanks for turning out to support public transportation and Standing Up for New Homes. Great to collaborate with AARP RI, The Save RIPTA Coalition, @pvdstreets.org @growsmartri.bsky.social

I joined @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social for their Lobby Day to advocate for more housing options in our state, specifically urging legislators to support Faith-Based Affordable Housing and Conversion Incentives.

Tonight, we showed up in support of the resolution adopting the East Providence Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan. 🛡️ The plan proposes clear strategies, projects, and policy recommendations to improve roadway safety for all users. #EastProvidence #SafeStreets (1/4)

• When forced to choose, 69% of respondents believe building more homes is more important than preserving "neighborhood character." 🏗️ • There is overwhelming support for solutions, ranging from 90% approval for building conversions to broad majority support for parking reforms. 🚗 (4/5)

Poll Toplines: Rhode Islanders Demand Action 📈 • 91% of residents agree that housing is a significant problem across Rhode Island. 🚨 • 61% strongly agree that the state legislature must take decisive action on housing. ⚖ (3/5)

Today, @neighborswelcomeri.bsky.social held a press conference at East Providence City Hall releasing the results of their housing poll. We thank @bobdasilva.bsky.social, State Rep. June Speakman, & State Sen. @meghankallman.bsky.social for being there for the release of this important poll. (1/5)

It was fun exploring this walkable town. Grabbed a great meal at Brunswick Diner, visited the Bowdoin College Museum of Art, and explored local parks. (2/2)

Took a day trip to Brunswick, Maine yesterday via Amtrak's Downeaster from North Station in Boston. Enjoyed exploring the town, including Bowdoin's art museum, along with local parks. Pictures below 👇 (1/2)

Yesterday, I took a trip with my wife on Amtrak's Downeaster to the end of the line in Brunswick, Maine. We explored the walkable downtown, visited the Bowdoin College Museum of Art, & crossed the Swinging Bridge. #lomoinstantsquare #lomography #instax #amtrak #instaxmini #photography