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Metro Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, March 17th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for our Metro Regional Meeting!
Metro regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
If you have any questions please feel welcome to contact our regional coordinator, Jenna DeSpirito. Their email is: jenna.despirito@wearemass.org and their number is 339-832-2922. Thank you!
Please use the Zoom link you receive after completing the Metro Regional Meeting Eventbrite registration.
Northeast Regional Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, March 18, from 4:00pm-5:30pm for our Northeast Regional Meeting over ZOOM! Register on Eventbrite today!
If you plan to join us please follow this link to register:
https://northeast-regional-meeting.eventbrite.com/
This will help us get a good understanding of how many people plan to join us!
Northeast regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82774277162
Meeting ID: 827 7427 7162
One tap mobile
+16465189805,,82774277162#
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, March 24th from 3:30pm - 5:30pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be on Zoom only for the winter!
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Wednesday, March 25 from 4:30pm - 6pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Vinfen Film Festival
New England’s largest annual showcase of films focused on disability and mental health!
The Vinfen Film Festival brings together filmmakers, advocates, community leaders, and supporters to explore powerful personal and collective stories related to mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, brain injury, and substance use. Through film, we aim to foster understanding, reduce stigma, and spark meaningful dialogue.
2026 Film Lineup / Highlights
This year’s program features a compelling and diverse lineup of films, including:
The Beautiful Worlds of David Riley – A visually rich and deeply personal portrait of creativity, neurodiversity, and artistic expression
ASD the Band – A moving exploration of music, connection, and identity through the lens of musicians on the autism spectrum
Recovery City – A raw and intimate look at recovery, resilience, and lived experience, following four women navigating addiction, stigma, and hope in Worcester, Massachusetts
Row of Life – An inspiring story of perseverance, belonging, and what becomes possible when people are supported to push past barriers
Patrice: The Movie – A powerful and often joyful portrait centered on disability, independence, and the right to live (and love) on one’s own terms
Southeast Regional Meeting
The Southeast Region will be meeting on Zoom over the winter, on
Thursday, April 2nd, from 4pm - 5:30pm!
If you do not get our newsletter emails, and other updates, then you should subscribe to our MASS Flash newsletter, and check off ‘All Updates’, or the specific region or program you want to receive emails about.
To subscribe to MASS emails go here:
https://www.wearemass.org/subscribe
To attend other MASS events or the Statewide Drop-in learn more on the MASS website events page by going here:
https://www.wearemass.org/events
Questions? Please email Coral Friesner and Al Milne at info@wearemass.org.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Thursday, March 12 from 5:30pm - 7pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, March 10th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll on Zoom only for the winter!
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Wednesday, February 25th from 4:30pm - 6pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, February 24th from 3:30pm - 5:30pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be on Zoom only for the winter!
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Northeast Regional Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, February 18, from 4:00pm-5:30pm for our Northeast Regional Meeting over ZOOM! Register on Eventbrite today!
If you plan to join us please follow this link to register:
https://northeast-regional-meeting.eventbrite.com/
This will help us get a good understanding of how many people plan to join us!
Northeast regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82774277162
Meeting ID: 827 7427 7162
One tap mobile
+16465189805,,82774277162#
Metro Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, February 17th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for our Metro Regional Meeting!
Metro regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
If you have any questions please feel welcome to contact our regional coordinator, Jenna DeSpirito. Their email is: jenna.despirito@wearemass.org and their number is 339-832-2922. Thank you!
Please use the Zoom link you receive after completing the Metro Regional Meeting Eventbrite registration.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Thursday, February 12th from 5:30pm - 7pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, February 10th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll on Zoom only for the winter!
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Southeast Regional Meeting
The Southeast Region will be meeting on Zoom over the winter, on
Thursday, February 5th, from 4pm - 5:30pm!
If you do not get our newsletter emails, and other updates, then you should subscribe to our MASS Flash newsletter, and check off ‘All Updates’, or the specific region or program you want to receive emails about.
To subscribe to MASS emails go here:
https://www.wearemass.org/subscribe
To attend other MASS events or the Statewide Drop-in learn more on the MASS website events page by going here:
https://www.wearemass.org/events
Questions? Please email Coral Friesner and Al Milne at info@wearemass.org.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Wednesday, January 28th from 4:30pm - 6pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, January 27th from 3:30pm - 5:30pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be on Zoom only for the winter!
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Northeast Regional Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, January 21, from 4:00pm-5:30pm for our Northeast Regional Meeting over ZOOM! Register on Eventbrite today!
If you plan to join us please follow this link to register:
https://northeast-regional-meeting.eventbrite.com/
This will help us get a good understanding of how many people plan to join us!
Northeast regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82774277162
Meeting ID: 827 7427 7162
One tap mobile
+16465189805,,82774277162#
Metro Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, January 20th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for our Metro Regional Meeting!
Metro regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
If you have any questions please feel welcome to contact our regional coordinator, Jenna DeSpirito. Their email is: jenna.despirito@wearemass.org and their number is 339-832-2922. Thank you!
Please use the Zoom link you receive after completing the Metro Regional Meeting Eventbrite registration.
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, January 13th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll on Zoom only for the winter!
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Thursday, January 8th from 5:30pm - 7pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Northeast Regional Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, December 17th, from 4:00pm-5:30pm for our Northeast Regional Meeting over ZOOM! Register on Eventbrite today!
If you plan to join us please follow this link to register:
https://northeast-regional-meeting.eventbrite.com/
This will help us get a good understanding of how many people plan to join us!
Northeast regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82774277162
Meeting ID: 827 7427 7162
One tap mobile
+16465189805,,82774277162#
Metro Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, December 16th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for our Metro Regional Meeting!
Metro regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
If you have any questions please feel welcome to contact our regional coordinator, Jenna DeSpirito. Their email is: jenna.despirito@wearemass.org and their number is 339-832-2922. Thank you!
Please use the Zoom link you receive after completing the Metro Regional Meeting Eventbrite registration.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Thursday, December 11th from 5:30pm - 7pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, December 9th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be at HMEA in person and on zoom.
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Southeast Regional Meeting
The Southeast Region will be meeting on Zoom over the winter, on
Thursday, December 4th, from 4pm - 5:30pm!
If you do not get our newsletter emails, and other updates, then you should subscribe to our MASS Flash newsletter, and check off ‘All Updates’, or the specific region or program you want to receive emails about.
To subscribe to MASS emails go here:
https://www.wearemass.org/subscribe
To attend other MASS events or the Statewide Drop-in learn more on the MASS website events page by going here:
https://www.wearemass.org/events
Questions? Please email Coral Friesner and Al Milne at info@wearemass.org.
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, November 25th from 3:30pm - 5:30pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be at HMEA in person and on zoom.
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
MASS 27th Annual Self-Advocacy Conference
The MASS 27th Annual Self-Advocacy Conference will be taking place Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Four Points by Sheraton Norwood in Norwood, MA. There will be more info coming soon on the fun-filled and busy day of workshops, keynote speakers, awards, and in-person friendship and networking.
Thank you to our GROW sponsors!
Advocates
DDS
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-developmental-services
MDDC
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-developmental-disabilities-council
Vinfen
Thank you to our BUILD Sponsors!
Beaverbrook STEP, Inc
https://www.beaverbrookstep.org/
Bay Cove Human Services
https://baycovehumanservices.org/
Delta Projects
https://www.deltaprojects.org/
The Guild for Human Services
https://www.guildhumanservices.org/
Thank you to our DEVELOP Sponsors!
Northeast Arc
Sunshine Village
Road to Responsibility, Inc.
Seven Hills
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Thursday, November 13th from 5:30pm - 7pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, November 12th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be at HMEA in person and on zoom.
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Metro Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, October 28th, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm for our Metro Regional Meeting!
Metro regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
If you have any questions please feel welcome to contact our regional coordinator, Jenna DeSpirito. Their email is: jenna.despirito@wearemass.org and their number is 339-832-2922. Thank you!
Please use the Zoom link you receive after completing the Metro Regional Meeting Eventbrite registration.
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, October 28th from 3:30pm - 5:30pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be at HMEA in person and on zoom.
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
State House Day with MASS
State House address:
24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02133
Accessible entrance address:
122 Bowdoin Street, Boston, MA 02133
Please join Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong on October 23rd, from 1:00 - 3:00pm in Room 428, as continue our presence at the State House! We will meeting in-person at 1pm, and the Zoom webinar will start at 1:30pm. We will talk about our history of advocacy and progress with our work, meet with legislators, and end with a Q+A session.
Registration required. Limited spaces available.
Please try to bring your own snacks and water if you can. And please try to come earlier than 1:00pm to make sure you have enough time to get through the security line and for in-person networking from 1pm to 1:30 pm.
Online remote viewing starts at 1:30 pm until 3:00pm.
This session will be about meeting with legislators and learning about bills most important to our self-advocate leadership.
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MASS State House Day Agenda:
1:00pm - 1:30pm (In-person meet-and-greet)
Sign in and Registration
1:30pm - 1:45pm (Zoom webinar will start)
MASS Board President Ashley Quick and Executive Director Brian Kremer give an opening welcome and introductions.
1:45pm - 3:00pm
Presentation overview:
a) Meet MASS - Nothing About Us Without Us
b) Introducing Board members and MASS staff
c) Brief history of MASS, and our recent updates/successes
d) Q&A if time allows
Northeast Regional Meeting
Join us on Wednesday, October 15th, from 4:00pm-5:30pm for our Northeast Regional Meeting over ZOOM! Register on Eventbrite today!
If you plan to join us please follow this link to register:
https://northeast-regional-meeting.eventbrite.com/
This will help us get a good understanding of how many people plan to join us!
Northeast regional meetings are a great place to go if you like talking about all the different aspects of self advocacy, and having fun while doing so! We always welcome new members, or even those who are new to learning about self advocacy! You are welcome here!
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82774277162
Meeting ID: 827 7427 7162
One tap mobile
+16465189805,,82774277162#
Central Regional Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, October 14th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm for our Central Regional Meeting!
We’ll be at HMEA in person and on zoom.
Autism Resource Central
712 Plantation Street, Worcester
Please use the following Zoom link or information to join the meeting at the specified date and time.
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8895343142
Meeting ID: 889 534 3142
One tap mobile +16465189805,,8895343142#
Please RSVP with Sue Moriarty by emailing sue@wearemass.org or calling (508) 209-7184.
Statewide Self-Advocate Drop-In
Join us Thursday, October 9th from 5:30pm - 7pm for our Statewide Drop-In woohoo!🥳
If you are interested, we are going to have a lot of fun and interesting treats at the drop in on October 9th from 5:30 to 7pm, so be ready to have fun and learn new tricks!
If you feel like it, wear a costume too!
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These Drop-In meetings are a great way to meet other self-advocates statewide in a more relaxed way. Our Drop-In meetings bring together all the MASS regions to get informed, chat about different stuff, and have lots of fun!
We always welcome new members!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Our email is: info@wearemass.org or our number is 857-360-0134. Thank you!
Here is the Zoom Information:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/s/82012135896
Meeting ID: 820 1213 5896
One tap mobile
Join by phone: +1 646 518 9805
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