Social Equity Technical Assistance
Welcome to the Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission’s hub for technical assistance. Within this page, you will find recorded presentations that walk applicants through the Social Equity Program and reference materials to support the application process.
This is a self-guided learning tool. These videos are intended to be viewed sequentially, as the content builds off of the previous presentations.
Unit 1: Getting Started - Social Equity Applicant Status Certification
- Unit 1.1: Program Overview
- This session introduces the goals of Rhode Island’s Social Equity Program, who it’s intended to support, and how it fits within the broader licensing framework. You'll gain a clear understanding of how social equity is defined and why this designation matters.
- Unit 1.2 Social Equity Business Structure Overview
- Learn about common business types and how these structures impact licensing, ownership structures, and how that will apply to the future applications. This presentation provides key considerations for choosing the right path based on your vision, needs, and resources.
- Unit 1.3 How to Become Certified as a Social Equity Applicant
- A step-by-step walkthrough of the Social Equity Applicant Status Certification process and required documentation to ensure your submission meets all necessary criteria. This presentation is essential for anyone seeking official certification as a social equity applicant.
Unit 2
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