Accessible Resources for Independence logo features a green triangle outline and a blue spiral arrow symbol in the center.
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director (Part-Time), Accessible Resources for Independence (Glen Burnie, MD)
Closing: April 15, 2026
ARI is mission-driven and actively practices its disability-rights values during a time when it is facing strong headwinds from funding sources.
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NCIL celebrates Trans people with disabilities as a vital part of our community. Read about Trans Day of Visibility at the link below.
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A large group of marchers, many wearing blue shirts, are seen approaching the U.S. Capitol building during NCIL's 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living. Some participants are using wheelchairs or mobility scooters. One person is holding a sign that reads "PROTECT DISABILITY RIGHTS." The scene is vibrant with greenery and the iconic Capitol dome prominently in the background.
A Message from Theo Braddy: Life Happens
One of my family members is in his seventies. Until recently, he lived a life most people would describe as healthy. His body mostly did what he asked of it, when he asked.
Then life changed.
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Registration Open: 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living!
July 20-23 (Grand Hyatt, Washington, DC)
We’ll be making memories and making history. We hope you’ll join us.
Visit our Annual Conference website to review the agenda and workshops, register, and book your hotel.
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Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help people with disabilities live, work, and participate in their communities. Visit the LEAD Center webinar archive to learn how DSP experience can lead to many career pathways! bit.ly/3Z8oNpO
OPEN POSITION: Coordinator of Youth Services, APRIL (Remote)
Open until filled.
Responsible for providing services to ensure that youth with disabilities have opportunities to build individual and collective leadership skills, maximizing their opportunities to affect change.
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OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (San Jose, CA)
Closing date: open until filled
SVILC is searching for an experienced and highly visible Executive Director who will champion systemic change for people living with disabilities.
More: bit.ly/40qpACZ
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Mainstream CIL (Little Rock, AR)
Open until filled
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of Mainstream and provides visionary, mission-driven leadership grounded in the Independent Living philosophy.
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2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON INDEPENDENT LIVING Logo: Black text reads “PROTECT, PERSIST, PROSPER” in a bold, artistic style. National Council on Independent Living logo: a multicolored fingerprint. Background color is pastel radiant orchid – a soft blend of pink and violet tones.
Support NCIL’s 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living!
Sponsorship opportunities: bit.ly/4bkAyz1
Browse our sponsorship levels, and when you are ready, fill out the: commitment form: bit.ly/4cDdKNe
2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON INDEPENDENT LIVING Logo: Black text reads “PROTECT, PERSIST, PROSPER” in a bold, artistic style. National Council on Independent Living logo: a multicolored fingerprint. Background color is pastel radiant orchid – a soft blend of pink and violet tones.
FINAL REMINDER! Workshop Proposals for NCIL's 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living are due March 7, 2026.
Read more: bit.ly/3MW8iui
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Watch the latest webinar from The LEAD Center to learn how workforce programs use Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to build AI literacy, so that training works for all job seekers, including people with disabilities. bit.ly/4a4gXm1
A Call to Action to Protect Independent Living from the Legendary Tony Coelho: bit.ly/4tYibIB
Donate today to join the fight: bit.ly/3MWg1IG
2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON INDEPENDENT LIVING Logo: Black text reads “PROTECT, PERSIST, PROSPER” in a bold, artistic style. National Council on Independent Living logo: a multicolored fingerprint. Background color is pastel radiant orchid – a soft blend of pink and violet tones.
Reminder: NCIL Workshop Proposals Due March 7, 2026!
Read more: bit.ly/3MW8iui
The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) is proud to announce the release of our 2024 + 2025 Annual Report. It highlights key accomplishments, advocacy achievements, and continued efforts to advance the disability led Independent Living Movement.
Explore the full report: bit.ly/3MCStIX
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Rolling Start, Inc. (San Bernardino, Inyo, Mono Counties, CA)
Closing: March 15, 2026
The next Executive Director will inherit an organization with a proud history of advocacy, direct services, and community leadership.
More: bit.ly/4rtx7wP
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Ready to grow your career? The LEAD Center’s new Direct Support Professional (DSP) Career Exploration Infographic outlines the skills and steps to start or advance in a DSP role. bit.ly/4rsVmLb
A Message from Theo Braddy: We Cannot Fix What We Refuse to Define
I recently logged off a high-level stakeholder meeting with a disturbing realization. People in the room were making major decisions about HCBS without a shared understanding of what those services actually are.
bit.ly/4tYiYth
Early Sponsor Call
NCIL’s 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living is coming to Washington, DC July 20–23, 2026.
Early partners receive priority engagement. Contact Jenny@ncil.org for more details.
Join us. Stand with us. Protect. Persist. Prosper.
Read more: bit.ly/4tzLUYn
UPDATE: NCIL Seeks Strategic Planning Consultant
In response to interest in the NCIL Request for Proposals seeking a Strategic Planning Consultant, NCIL is extending the deadline and providing additional information for interested applicants.
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NCIL’s 2026 Regional Forum Series is here!
We’re bringing Independent Living Networks and disability advocates together across the country to strengthen connections, identify regional challenges, and collaborate on powerful, community‑driven advocacy.
Learn more: bit.ly/45wgiIH
NCIL is excited to welcome Haley Yetter as our Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator.
Haley is an Arkansas native who has called Kentucky home since 2021. They join NCIL after holding the role of Youth Coordinator with the Kentucky Statewide Independent Living Council.
More: bit.ly/49ySfv0
ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON INDEPENDENT LIVING 2026 Logo: Black text reads “PROTECT, PERSIST, PROSPER” in a bold, artistic style. National Council on Independent Living logo: a multicolored fingerprint. Background color is pastel radiant orchid – a soft blend of pink and violet tones.
Call for Workshops: 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living
July 20-23 / Washington, DC
NCIL strongly encourages workshop proposals to clearly connect to the 2026 conference theme, Protect. Persist. Prosper.
Read more: bit.ly/4sWD3zC
Deadline: 5:00 p.m. Eastern on March 7, 2026.
New Pocast: Power Station with Anne Pasmanick featuring NCIL Executive Director Theo Braddy
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NCIL Seeks Strategic Planning Consultant
The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking an experienced consultant to support our next phase of strategic planning.
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Website Redesign Bootcamp: A Special Offer for NCIL Members
After joining our 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living, Arcstone developed the Website Redesign Bootcamp specifically for NCIL member CILs, SILCs, and IL Associations.
Read more: bit.ly/4jWIQRH
NCD has two public comment opportunities during their January 22 Council meeting in Orlando, Florida. In-person, virtual and email submissions available.
bit.ly/4aPqcZk
Protect Independent Living Logo features a black umbrella. Beneath, the National Council on Independent Living logo features a multi-colored fingerprint.
A Message from Theo Braddy: Now is the Time
Independent Living is under real threat.
The Protect IL Campaign was created because waiting is no longer an option.
These are real concerns and they affect the ability of people with disabilities to live in their communities.
More: bit.ly/4aLPWFU
The National Council on Independent Living mourns the passing of Bob Kafka, a powerful advocate and movement leader whose life and work helped shape the fight for independent living, disability justice, and community inclusion.
Read more: bit.ly/4swsfbc
