Save the Date graphic for NC SILC’s Employment Showcase for people with disabilities on September 10th. Highlights include a virtual job fair, employment presentations, internships, benefits counseling, and best hiring practices. The graphic features a photo of a smiling woman using a wheelchair in a professional office setting.

Save the Date!

NC SILC’s virtual Employment Showcase for people with disabilities is Sept. 10, 2025.
Join us for a job fair & presentations on internships, benefits, & hiring tips.

Details: www.nc-silc.org
Email: ncsilcpolicy@nc-silc.org

#hireme #CIE #NCSILC #DisabilityAwareness

Promotion for the "NCSILC Youth Delegate Application" organized by the NCSILC. The flyer announces an opportunity to sponsor one youth from North Carolina to attend the 2025 APRIL Youth Conference, in Portland, Oregon from October 17–19, 2025. The conference is aimed at empowering young people with disabilities in leadership and advocacy. The flyer has a professional design with white text on a dark gray background, blue accents, and the NCSILC logo in the top right corner. A QR code is displayed in the bottom right corner for easy access to the application.

The NC Statewide Independent Living Council is sponsoring a youth to attend the 2025 APRIL Youth Conference. Open to NC youth ages 14–30 with disabilities who are passionate about advocacy and independent living.

Apply: forms.gle/iyJD7XFC5DYD...

#NCSILC #DisabilityYouth @aprilrural.bsky.social

A woman using a walker engages in conversation with a representative at the Family Service of the Piedmont table. Informational brochures and giveaways are spread across the table beneath a tent on a sunny day.

A man smiles and gives two thumbs up in front of a table for Devoted Health Plans. The display includes brochures, swag items, and a standing banner promoting health plan benefits. Tents, balloons, and attendees can be seen in the background.

A smiling person flashes a peace sign while seated at an outdoor resource table covered in flyers, brochures, and a large spinning prize wheel. A banner on the table reads “FaithAction International House.”

Guests had a great time at DAC’s 5th Annual Fiery Festival! From games to emergency prep resources, this free event brought the community together in a big way.

Learn more: dac-cil.org

#DisabilityPride #IndependentLiving #NCSILC #AccessForAll

Graphic for the NC Statewide Independent Living Council (NCSILC) promoting the NC SILC Quarterly Meeting on July 17, 2025. Includes NCSILC logo and text stating "Join us live at 9:00 AM ET via Zoom" on a blue and white background.

📅 The next NC SILC Quarterly Meeting is Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET via Zoom. Public comments welcome!

Zoom info + agenda will be posted 10 days prior: nc-silc.org/event/nc-sil...

#NCSILC #IndependentLiving #DisabilityCommunity #NorthCarolina

White graphic with red and blue text that says, "ADA 35 – Celebrate July 26, 2025 – Americans with Disabilities Act."

🎉 Celebrate Disability Pride Month & 35 Years of the ADA!

Our friends @southeastada.bsky.social are hosting events all month to honor disability rights and the ADA’s legacy.

📅 See what’s happening: adasoutheast.org/events

#DisabilityPrideMonth #ADA35 #NCSILC

Green NAMI graphic encouraging conversations about mental health with the message talking about mental health is powerful start a conversation.

July is #MinorityMentalHealthMonth — a time to highlight unique mental health challenges in underrepresented communities. Let’s talk openly, share resources, and push for care that respects all cultures. Learn more at NAMI NC: naminc.org

#BebeMooreCampbell #MentalHealth #NorthCarolina #NCSILC

Graphic with the Disability Pride flag colors diagonally at the top left, the NC Statewide Independent Living Council logo at top right, bold text reading “PROUD. DISABLED. INDEPENDENT.” in the center, and diverse raised fists illustrated at the bottom.

🌟 July is Disability Pride Month! At NCSILC, we honor the strength, leadership, and lived experiences of North Carolinians with disabilities. Disability Pride means visibility, power, and demanding access for all. 💚♿

#DisabilityPrideMonth #NCSILC #IndependentLiving

NC Statewide Independent Living Council e-newsletter promo with a smiling person in a wheelchair holding a phone and text encouraging people to subscribe for disability news and events in North Carolina.

🌞📣 The NC SILC July/August Newsletter is here! Get the latest disability news, events, and ways to get involved — from ADA 35th celebrations to youth leadership.

📰 Read: myemail.constantcontact.com/July-August-...

📌 Follow us: bsky.app/profile/ncsi...

#IndependentLiving #NCSILC #ADA35

Graphic with the NC Statewide Independent Living Council logo. Text reads: "Help us decide the name of our By Youth 4 Youth Campaign!" Three options are listed with checkmarks: Independence Is For Us, Independent Minds Limitless Futures, Independent Today Unstoppable Tomorrow.

Help us decide! Vote for the name of our new By Youth 4 Youth Campaign. Your input will help shape how we share this project!

Vote here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/rgLbdva

#NCSILC #YouthVoice #IndependentLiving

Webinar to Celebrate the ADA: How Assistive Technology Supports Daily Life and Work

Celebrate 35 years of the ADA with DETAC’s webinar on how assistive tech supports daily life and work. July 8, 3–4:30 PM ET. ASL and captions available. Register: view.connect.hhs.gov?qs=62e8cb181...

#ADA35 #AssistiveTech #NCSILC

Webinar to Celebrate the ADA: How Assistive Technology Supports Daily Life and Work

Celebrate 35 years of the ADA with DETAC’s webinar on how assistive tech supports daily life and work. July 8, 3–4:30 PM ET. ASL and captions available. Register: view.connect.hhs.gov?qs=62e8cb181...

#ADA35 #AssistiveTech #NCSILC

Blue graphic with “Happy Father’s Day” in bold white script. Below, a smiling man in a wheelchair holds a young girl in a yellow coat on his lap. Both are laughing and holding hands. NC SILC logo appears in the bottom right. White hearts decorate the background.

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at NC SILC! 💙

Today we honor the dads and father figures who lift up our Independent Living movement with strength and care.

Wishing you a joyful day!

#FathersDay #DisabilityRights #NCSILC #IndependentLiving

Black background with three lit yellow candles. Text reads: “Our Health Over Corporate Wealth. Statewide vigils | June 17 | 6 PM.

🕯️ On June 17 at 6 PM, Health Action NC is hosting peaceful vigils across NC at all offices of Senators Tillis and Budd. The goal: raise awareness about proposed federal budget changes impacting Medicaid, SNAP, Medicare & more.

RSVP: bit.ly/NCVigils

#NCSILC #MedicaidMatters

Graphic for the NC Statewide Independent Living Council (NCSILC) promoting the NC SILC Quarterly Meeting on July 17, 2025. Includes NCSILC logo and text stating "Join us live at 9:00 AM ET via Zoom" on a blue and white background.

📅 The next NC SILC Quarterly Meeting is Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET via Zoom. Public comments welcome!

Zoom info + agenda will be posted 10 days prior: nc-silc.org/event/nc-sil...

#NCSILC #IndependentLiving #DisabilityCommunity #NorthCarolina

Are you prepared for an emergency?

NCSILC’s Emergency Preparedness page has resources, tips, and an ASL video from Ready NC to help you stay safe. You can even sign up for emergency alerts!

Start here: nc-silc.org/ncsilc-emerg...
ASL Video: youtu.be/sD_7SQGkE9U

#NCSILC #EmergencyPreparedness

Screenshot of the NCSILC Resources page under the “Advocacy/Civil Rights” section. It includes brief descriptions and logos for Disability Rights North Carolina, NC Department of Health and Human Services, Legal Aid of North Carolina, and the Southeast ADA Technical Assistance Center.

Looking for disability-related resources in North Carolina?
NCSILC’s Resources page connects you with trusted info on civil rights, legal aid, assistive tech, health services & more.

Start here: nc-silc.org/resources/

#NCSILC #IndependentLiving #DisabilityRights #NCDisability #DisabilityAdvocacy

Graphic for the NC Statewide Independent Living Council (NCSILC) promoting the NC SILC Quarterly Meeting on July 17, 2025. Includes NCSILC logo and text stating "Join us live at 9:00 AM ET via Zoom" on a blue and white background.

📅 The next NC SILC Quarterly Meeting is Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET via Zoom. Public comments welcome!

Zoom info + agenda will be posted 10 days prior: nc-silc.org/event/nc-sil...

#NCSILC #IndependentLiving #DisabilityCommunity #NorthCarolina

Screenshot of NC SILC’s “NC Centers for Independent Living” webpage. It explains CILs and lists their five core services. Below is a county-based dropdown to find a local center and a color-coded map of North Carolina showing CIL service areas.

Looking for disability resources or support in NC?

Use our interactive map to find the Center for Independent Living (CIL) that serves your county.

Start here: nc-silc.org/centers/

#IndependentLiving #DisabilitySupport #NCSILC #CILsInNC #NorthCarolina #DisabilityCommunity #DisabilitySupport

3 Wheelchair-Accessible Beaches Within 4 Hours of Charlotte - Charlotte Magazine And tips before you go

☀️ Hitting the beach this weekend? Topsail, Carolina, & Myrtle Beach now offer wheelchair access—including beach chairs & ramps! 🌊♿ Everyone deserves some sun & surf. 🏖️
Details: www.charlottemagazine.com/3-wheelchair...

#AccessibleNC #NCSILC

Flyer for NC SILC’s Lunch-N-Learn Webinar Series titled “Breaking Down Benefits.” Covers disability coverage: life, health, and retirement. Date: Wednesday, May 21 at 12 PM EST. Virtual and free. Guest speaker: Alyssa Hampton, Vensure Insurance Agent.

📣 Today at 12 PM ET!

NCSILC Lunch & Learn: “Breaking Barriers” w/ Alyssa Hampton 🌟

Learn how to earn, save & succeed with a disability—without losing key benefits.

📝 Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

#DisabilityRights #NCSILC

Neon blue and green color scheme. 2025 APRIL YOUTH CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN. APPLICATION DEADLINE = JULY 15, 2025. Photo of a sign that has a deer jumping on it and says "Portland Oregon". A QR code is next to this image, which is the QR code for the scholarship application.

🚨 Youth with disabilities ages 16–30! Want to travel, grow, and connect? Apply now for the APRIL (@aprilrural.bsky.social‬) Youth Scholarship to attend the 2025 APRIL Conference this October! Hotel & registration covered.

Apply: form.jotform.com/251037705103...

#LeadOn #NCSILC

Plan. Prepare. Stay Informed. | Ready NC State Government websites value user privacy. To learn more, view our full privacy policy.

🌪️ Hurricane season is here—NC SILC urges North Carolinians with disabilities to prepare now.

Learn more:
✔️ www.readync.gov/plan-and-pre...
✔️ www.ready.gov/people-disab...

#NCReady #HurricanePrep #EmergencyPreparedness #DisabilityCommunity #NCSILC

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May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth 💚

NAMI NC reminds us: “In Every Story, There’s Strength.”

NAMI offers support, education & advocacy so everyone—including people with disabilities—can live better lives.

Learn more: naminc.org

#NCSILC #InEveryStory

Graphic with a light pink background featuring a bouquet of pink tulips and the words “Happy Mother’s Day” in white cursive and block lettering. The NC Statewide Independent Living Council (NCSILC) logo appears at the top center.

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from NCSILC!

Today we honor all who mother—with strength, compassion, and purpose. From raising families to building community, your impact is powerful. Wishing you joy and peace today and every day. 💐

#MothersDay #NCSILC #IndependentLiving

Hurricane Preparedness NWS All NOAA

NC Hurricane Preparedness Week is coming up!

Check out daily tips from the National Weather Service to help you plan ahead and stay safe.

📲 www.weather.gov/rah/hurrican...

Let’s be ready, NC!

#HurricanePrep #NCSILC #BeReady #EmergencyPreparedness #DisabilityCommunity #NCWeather

Graphic with the NC Statewide Independent Living Council logo. Text reads: "Help us decide the name of our By Youth 4 Youth Campaign!" Three options are listed with checkmarks: Independence Is For Us, Independent Minds Limitless Futures, Independent Today Unstoppable Tomorrow.

🚨 Youth voice needed! 🚨

The Youth SPIL Workgroup is launching the “By Youth 4 Youth” Campaign and we need your vote on the name!

🏆 Pick your favorite title and help shape this youth-led project.

Vote now: buff.ly/PyeuKxi

#YouthVoice #NCSILC #DisabilityYouth

Get Involved | NC Statewide Independent Living Council The North Carolina Statewide Independent Living Council is actively seeking new council members. We invite interested North Carolinians to apply to the Council. Previous board experience is not…

Your voice matters! NC SILC is seeking board members with disabilities—especially in Northeastern NC and the Sandhills. If you have lived experience with I/DD, vision disabilities, or other disabilities, we want to hear from you. Learn more: nc-silc.org/get-involved/ #NCSILC

Graphic with the NC Statewide Independent Living Council logo. Text reads: "Help us decide the name of our By Youth 4 Youth Campaign!" Three options are listed with checkmarks: Independence Is For Us, Independent Minds Limitless Futures, Independent Today Unstoppable Tomorrow.

Help us decide! Vote for the name of our new By Youth 4 Youth Campaign. Your input will help shape how we share this project!

Vote here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/rgLbdva

#NCSILC #YouthVoice #IndependentLiving