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NCIL is the longest-running national cross-disability grassroots organization, driven by and dedicated to people with disabilities.
For expert help with your organization’s website, consider connecting with ArcStone. After joining our 2025 Conference, Arcstone developed these opportunities for NCIL member organizations:

- Insi Discount
- Website Redesign Bootcamp
- Accessibility Audit + Governance Plan

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A Message from Insi & ArcStone: Special Offer to NCIL Members - National Council on Independent Living
If you’d like to get expert help with your organization’s website, consider connecting with ArcStone. Arcstone is...
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November 18, 2025 at 7:05 PM
OPEN POSITION: Transitions Coordinator, Tri-County Independent Living (Eureka, CA)

Closing / removal date: Open until filled

This role focuses on identifying needs of individuals who are transitioning from institutional care to independent living.

Visit www.tilinet.org for details.
Tri-County Independent Living (TCIL) – Enhancing Disability Independence
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November 17, 2025 at 5:33 PM
OPEN POSITION: Programs and Political Director, The CIL (Berkeley, CA)

- Posted: November 17, 2025
- Closing / removal date: open until filled

The Program & Political Director is a core member of the Executive Leadership Team and the Executive Director’s strategic partner.

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OPEN POSITION: Programs and Political Director, The CIL (Berkeley, CA) - National Council on Independent Living
Closing / removal date: open until filled The Center for Independent Living is looking for a visionary...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:29 PM
WEBINAR: State and Local Strategies to Expand Inclusive Housing for People with Disabilities

📅 Friday, Nov 21 | 10–11:30 AM PT / 1–2:30 PM ET
💻 Online | Free | ASL + captions

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Register: bit.ly/vlpmo
State and Local Strategies to Expand Inclusive Housing for People with Disabilities - National Council on Independent Living
Creating housing that is affordable, accessible, and inclusive for people with disabilities starts close to home. Decisions made by local and state leaders—from housing agencies to zoning boards—shape...
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November 13, 2025 at 10:17 PM
From Numbers to Action: Using Data to Strengthen the HCBS Direct Care Workforce

November 19, 2025
Register online: bit.ly/3LxjwEt

Join to learn how states can:

✅ Leverage existing data and identify key data gaps
✅ Connect datasets across systems
✅ Forecast demand for direct care workers
Strengthening the Direct Care Workforce Through Smarter Data
State leaders play a key role in building a strong care workforce for older adults. Join this NCOA webinar to learn how to use data to forecast workforce demand, guide investments, and shape smarter p...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:35 PM
NCIL Seeks Resource Development Consultant

Closing date: November 17, 2025

The National Council on Independent Living is seeking a self-motivated, mission-driven Resource Development Consultant to help build a sustainable financial future for the Independent Living movement.

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NCIL Seeks Resource Development Consultant - National Council on Independent Living
Rebuilding the Financial Backbone of the Independent Living Movement The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) is...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Tomorrow (November 4, 2025) is Election Day! This article from USA Today explains when polls open and close in every state.

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What time do polls open on Election Day? Here's what to know for all 50 states.
Americans across the country head to polls on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Find out what time in your state.
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November 4, 2025 at 2:09 AM
NEW PODCAST! NCIL Executive Director Theo Braddy joins The Disability Squeeze Podcast to discuss the financial and policy barriers facing people with disabilities who rely on home and community-based services.

Watch: bit.ly/3WBPPEB

See also: DisabilitySqueeze.org
Episode 9. Theo Braddy on the Costs of Community Living and the Threat of Re institutionalization
Theo Braddy (National Council on Independent Living) joins The Disability Squeeze Podcast to discuss the financial and policy barriers facing people with disabilities who rely on home and community-based services. Drawing on his decades of leadership in the Independent Living Movement, Braddy shares his personal experience paying out-of-pocket for attendant care, explores how Medicaid’s “benefits cliff” traps workers, and warns of a growing push toward re-institutionalization. Subscribe to The Disability Squeeze Podcast for more stories and analysis on the extra costs of disability and policy change. For more information, visit DisabilitySqueeze.org 00:00 Welcome to The Disability Squeeze 00:35 Theo Braddy and the Independent Living Movement 03:40 The cost of attendant care 08:22 Medicaid and the benefits cliff 14:50 The risk of re-institutionalization 21:40 Ableism and freedom 29:00 Block grants and Medicaid cuts 35:20 The future of community living 43:00 What liberation looks like 46:30 Closing thoughts
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November 3, 2025 at 4:20 PM
NEW PODCAST! The Relay Race of Leadership and Legacy: Bridging Generations with Words of Unity, Advocacy and Disability Awareness

In this episode of ‘Pushing Forward with Alycia‘, host Alycia welcomes Theo Braddy, a prominent advocate and NCIL's executive director.

Available at: bit.ly/47CHF40
Episode 113 - Theo Braddy | Living Legend Empowering the Next Generation
Alycia interviews NCIL’s Theo Braddy on NDEAM, ableism, mentorship, and passing the advocacy baton to empower unified, courageous leaders forward.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:07 PM
NOD Webinar: One Year In – The Impact of the Current Administration on Disability Policy

November 6, 2025
1:00 p.m. Eastern

Beth Sirull, Charles Catherine, and Congressman Jim Langevin assess the current administration and policy changes, examining impact people with disabilities.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: One Year In: The Impact of the Current Administration on Disability Policy. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webin...
One year after the election, NOD CEO and President Beth Sirull reunites with Charles Catherine and Congressman Jim Langevin to assess the current administration and policy changes, examining their imp...
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October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Community Conversation: Changing Landscape – Food Insecurity and the Independent Living Network

October 30, 2025; 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Eastern

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Community Conversation: Changing Landscape – Food Insecurity and the Independent Living Network - National Council on Independent Living
Register online Considering the recent federal policy changes from recently-passed legislation (H.R. 1) and the government shutdown, we know many of you have questions about how this may affect…
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October 27, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Reminder: Apply for NCIL’s New Open Position by October 29!

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Now Hiring: NCIL Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator - National Council on Independent Living
Location: Washington, DC or DMV Metro Area (preferred) Type: Full-Time, Exempt Salary: $65,000 Closing / removal date:...
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October 23, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Join us tomorrow!

Digital Accessibility for CILs, SILCs and other Non-Profits

October 23 @ 3:00 – 4:00 pm Eastern / Zoom

Read more / register: bit.ly/3W1SaIJ

This live webinar is free and open to the public. The recording will be made available to NCIL members.
Digital Accessibility for CILs, SILCs and other Non-Profits - National Council on Independent Living
Register online Materials: Digital accessibility shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Yet many organizations struggle with the technical complexity of making their websites genuinely accessible—not just compl...
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October 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Know Your Rights! / ¡Conoce Tus Derechos!

Hybrid Event: Webinar Series – Part 1 / Evento Híbrido: Serie de Webinars - Parte 1

October 29; 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Pacific

Hosted by the Center for Independent Living and the Valley Association for Independent Living

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Know Your Rights! / ¡Conoce Tus Derechos!
Hybrid Event: Webinar Series – Part 1 / Evento Híbrido: Serie de Webinars - Parte 1
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October 22, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Mother Jones: The Radical Life of the Father of the Independent Living Movement

A new book explores disabled activist Ed Roberts’ revolutionary career.

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The radical life of the father of independent living
A new book explores disabled activist Ed Roberts' revolutionary career.
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October 20, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Now Hiring: NCIL Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator

Location: Washington, DC or DMV Metro Area (preferred)

Closing date: October 29, 2025

The Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator will transform NCIL’s membership operations into a powerful national engine.

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Now Hiring: NCIL Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator - National Council on Independent Living
Location: Washington, DC or DMV Metro Area (preferred) Type: Full-Time, Exempt Salary: $65,000 Closing / removal date:...
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October 15, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Digital Accessibility for CILs, SILCs and other Non-Profits

October 23, 2025; 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern

We're partnering with ArcStone and Insi on a training for Centers for Independent Living, Statewide Independent Living Councils, and disability advocacy organizations.

Read more: bit.ly/3W1SaIJ
Digital Accessibility for CILs, SILCs and other Non-Profits - National Council on Independent Living
Register online Digital accessibility shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Yet many organizations struggle with the technical complexity of making their websites genuinely accessible—not just compliant on pap...
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October 14, 2025 at 2:59 PM
📣 NCIL Announces Organizational Restructuring to Strengthen Membership Mobilization and Advocacy Impact

NCIL is evolving to build greater grassroots power! We’re restructuring our membership role to focus on mobilization, advocacy, and member engagement.

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NCIL Announces Organizational Restructuring to Strengthen Membership Mobilization and Advocacy Impact - National Council on Independent Living
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 8, 2025 Washington, DC — The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) announced...
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October 8, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Community Conversation: Federal Funding and Government Shutdown Impact on The Independent Living Program

October 9, 2025 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Eastern

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Community Conversation: Federal Funding and Government Shutdown Impact on The Independent Living Program - National Council on Independent Living
In light of the recent government shutdown, we know many of you have questions about how this may affect funding and your programs. We want to hear from you! We invite you...
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October 6, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Federal Funding for Centers for Independent Living Secured Ahead of New Grant Cycle

NCIL, APRIL, and NASILC acknowledge the issuance of federal Notices of Award (NOAs) for Part C funds to Centers for Independent Living (CILs), finalized just before the end of the fiscal year.

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Federal Funding for Centers for Independent Living Secured Ahead of New Grant Cycle - National Council on Independent Living
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. — The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL), the Association of Programs for...
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October 1, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The Game Changer: The Rehabilitation Act of 1973

A reflection on the 52nd anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act by NCIL Executive Director Theo Braddy.

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The Game Changer: The Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Theo Braddy, Executive Director National Council on Independent Living A reflection on the 52nd anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act, which was on September 26, 2025. Before the Rehabilitatio…
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September 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Unofficial Isn’t Enough: Centers for Independent Living Still Waiting for Federal Funding

NCIL, APRIL, and NASILC are raising urgent concern that despite assurances of pending funding, federal Notices of Award (NOAs) for Part C funds have still not been formally issued.

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Unofficial Isn’t Enough: Centers for Independent Living Still Waiting for Federal Funding - National Council on Independent Living
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2025 Washington, D.C. — The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL), the...
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September 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) and All Wheels Up are co-hosting the Access to the Skies Summit on September 26.

This free online and in-person event in the Seattle area will update members of the disability community on efforts to make air travel more accessible.

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September 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Opening Doors: Advancing Consumer Control Through HCBS Systems Advocacy

September 19, 2025; 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Eastern

This workshop will explore how Home and Community-Based Services systems advocacy directly supports the core services of Centers for Independent Living.

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Opening Doors: Advancing Consumer Control Through HCBS Systems Advocacy - National Council on Independent Living
Register Friday, September 19, 2025; 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Eastern This interactive workshop will explore how Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) systems advocacy directly supports the core services o...
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September 15, 2025 at 6:14 PM
OPEN POSITION: ADRC Service Coordinator, Tri-County Independent Living (Eureka, CA)

Open until filled
Posted: September 10, 2025

The ADRC Service Coordinator provides expedited access to services and support for individuals at risk of institutionalization.

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Jobs – Tri-County Independent Living (TCIL)
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September 10, 2025 at 8:28 PM