A nonpartisan educational forum featuring candidates or their representatives for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of the State, State Comptroller, State Treasurer, and Connecticut’s five U.S. House districts, answering questions on disability issues.
Forum questions are developed in advance by the Cross Disability Lifespan Alliance and asked by moderator Diane Smith. Candidates do not receive the questions in advance. Audience questions will not be taken during the forum.
Moderator: Diane Smith, Emmy award-winning journalist, documentary producer, and speaker.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact: michele@ctsilc.org
Thank You to Our Sponsors, Community Partners and Community Supporters
Disability can affect any of us at any stage of life, including through aging, illness, injury, or military service.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Bristol Event Center 112 Century DriveBristol, CT 06010
Doors Open: 12:00 PM Forum: 1:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Virtual registration options: English | Spanish | ASL
YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND!
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Registration closes Tuesday, October 6 at 12:00 PM.
FREE EVENT | Food and Beverages | Disability Resource Tables
Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation available in person.Other disability-related accommodations: michele@ctsilc.org by September 25.
bit.ly/CTForum2026