National Council on Independent Living
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NCIL is the longest-running national cross-disability grassroots organization, driven by and dedicated to people with disabilities.
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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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.
ncil.org/news/announc...
NCIL Seeks Strategic Planning Consultant - National Council on Independent Living
The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking an experienced...
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January 15, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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.
ncil.org/news/announc...
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.
ncil.org/news/announc...
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
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
Website Redesign Bootcamp: A Special Offer for NCIL Members - National Council on Independent Living
After joining our 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living, Arcstone developed the Website Redesign Bootcamp specifically for...
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January 13, 2026 at 1:05 AM
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
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.
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National Council on Disability | NCD seeks public comment during Jan 22 Council meeting in Orlando, Florida
For Immediate Release January 8, 2026 WASHINGTON–The National Council on Disability (NCD) invites the public to present public comment during the Council’s next quarterly meeting January 22 in Orlando...
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January 12, 2026 at 4:07 PM
NCD has two public comment opportunities during their January 22 Council meeting in Orlando, Florida. In-person, virtual and email submissions available.
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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
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
January 5, 2026 at 10:15 PM
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
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.
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NCIL Statement on the Passing of Bob Kafka - National Council on Independent Living
The National Council on Independent Living mourns the passing of Bob Kafka, a powerful advocate and movement...
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December 28, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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
Read more: bit.ly/4swsfbc
Independent Living is a movement and it is in us. Watch a special message from Keri Gray: bit.ly/49aeCpj
Donate to help protect Independent Living at: ncil.org/donate/prote...
Donate to help protect Independent Living at: ncil.org/donate/prote...
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December 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Independent Living is a movement and it is in us. Watch a special message from Keri Gray: bit.ly/49aeCpj
Donate to help protect Independent Living at: ncil.org/donate/prote...
Donate to help protect Independent Living at: ncil.org/donate/prote...
OPEN POSITION: Assistant Director, Access 2 Independence of the Eastern Iowa Corridor, Inc. (Iowa City, IA)
The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with organizational management and staff supervision and implementing organizational programs and services.
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The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with organizational management and staff supervision and implementing organizational programs and services.
Read more: bit.ly/4p2W2Fu
Now Hiring! | Access 2 Independence
Access 2 Independence of the Eastern Iowa Corridor empowers individuals with disabilities through education, advocacy, and peer support, so that they may achieve greaterindependence and integrated com...
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December 19, 2025 at 11:24 PM
OPEN POSITION: Assistant Director, Access 2 Independence of the Eastern Iowa Corridor, Inc. (Iowa City, IA)
The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with organizational management and staff supervision and implementing organizational programs and services.
Read more: bit.ly/4p2W2Fu
The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with organizational management and staff supervision and implementing organizational programs and services.
Read more: bit.ly/4p2W2Fu
Ensure your American Job Center, or other community organization, is ready to serve Deaf or hard-of-hearing job seekers. Check out this tip sheet for clear steps for communication access, interpreters, captioning, and more. bit.ly/47YHCj5
December 18, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Ensure your American Job Center, or other community organization, is ready to serve Deaf or hard-of-hearing job seekers. Check out this tip sheet for clear steps for communication access, interpreters, captioning, and more. bit.ly/47YHCj5
Airbnb FIFA Accessibility Academy: a webinar focused on accessibility ahead of the FIFA World Cup 26™. Homes with accessibility features, such as step-free access are in high demand on Airbnb. This webinar will explain how to get started.
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Accessibility Academy — Intro to Hosting with Accessibility Features
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December 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Airbnb FIFA Accessibility Academy: a webinar focused on accessibility ahead of the FIFA World Cup 26™. Homes with accessibility features, such as step-free access are in high demand on Airbnb. This webinar will explain how to get started.
- January: bit.ly/4qjdqXy
- February: bit.ly/4qdak7f
- January: bit.ly/4qjdqXy
- February: bit.ly/4qdak7f
Join us. Protect Independent Living.
When funding is disrupted, lives are disrupted. That’s why NCIL is launching the Protect IL Campaign. This campaign will defend the infrastructure that makes supports and service delivery possible and stronger.
Learn more / donate:
When funding is disrupted, lives are disrupted. That’s why NCIL is launching the Protect IL Campaign. This campaign will defend the infrastructure that makes supports and service delivery possible and stronger.
Learn more / donate:
Protect Independent Living - National Council on Independent Living
GOAL: $500,000 Safeguarding Independence in Uncertain Times For over 40 years, the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) has worked to ensure that people with disabilities have the same…
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December 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Join us. Protect Independent Living.
When funding is disrupted, lives are disrupted. That’s why NCIL is launching the Protect IL Campaign. This campaign will defend the infrastructure that makes supports and service delivery possible and stronger.
Learn more / donate:
When funding is disrupted, lives are disrupted. That’s why NCIL is launching the Protect IL Campaign. This campaign will defend the infrastructure that makes supports and service delivery possible and stronger.
Learn more / donate:
Do you want to coordinate resources better across agencies serving job seekers with disabilities? Check out this LEAD Center FAQ on Blending, Braiding, and Sequencing for clear strategies and guidance for state workforce decisionmakers. bit.ly/4i4eN9B
December 11, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Do you want to coordinate resources better across agencies serving job seekers with disabilities? Check out this LEAD Center FAQ on Blending, Braiding, and Sequencing for clear strategies and guidance for state workforce decisionmakers. bit.ly/4i4eN9B
OPEN POSITION: ADRC Service Coordinator, Tri-County Independent Living (Eureka, CA)
Open until filled.
The ADRC Service Coordinator provides access to services and support for older adults and individuals at risk of institutionalization until a long-term plan is in place.
www.tilinet.org/jobs
Open until filled.
The ADRC Service Coordinator provides access to services and support for older adults and individuals at risk of institutionalization until a long-term plan is in place.
www.tilinet.org/jobs
December 10, 2025 at 10:19 PM
OPEN POSITION: ADRC Service Coordinator, Tri-County Independent Living (Eureka, CA)
Open until filled.
The ADRC Service Coordinator provides access to services and support for older adults and individuals at risk of institutionalization until a long-term plan is in place.
www.tilinet.org/jobs
Open until filled.
The ADRC Service Coordinator provides access to services and support for older adults and individuals at risk of institutionalization until a long-term plan is in place.
www.tilinet.org/jobs
Episode 1 of The Independent Podcast, powered by CIL (Berkeley) has just been released.
The premiere conversation features Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, exploring leadership, justice, access, and the urgent need for disability-informed public policy in this political moment. bit.ly/4pgPXGd
The premiere conversation features Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, exploring leadership, justice, access, and the urgent need for disability-informed public policy in this political moment. bit.ly/4pgPXGd
Episode 1: Lateefah Simon: A Life of Service, Leadership & Unwavering Community Commitment
Welcome to the first episode of The Independent, a podcast by The Center for Independent Living, Inc. (The CIL). To launch our series, Dr. Victor Pineda sits down with Lateefah Simon — celebrated civil rights advocate, community organizer, and longtime Bay Area leader. In this candid and inspiring conversation, Lateefah shares: Her early experiences growing up in the Bay Area What sparked her lifelong commitment to service Lessons in leadership, integrity, and community power The people and moments that shaped her path This episode reflects the heart of The Independent: uplifting voices with lived expertise, honoring resilience, and bringing forward stories that push us toward a more accessible, equitable world. Support Our Work If you value disability justice, community empowerment, and the stories we highlight, please consider supporting The CIL. 👉 Donate here: https://thecil.org/donate/
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December 10, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Episode 1 of The Independent Podcast, powered by CIL (Berkeley) has just been released.
The premiere conversation features Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, exploring leadership, justice, access, and the urgent need for disability-informed public policy in this political moment. bit.ly/4pgPXGd
The premiere conversation features Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, exploring leadership, justice, access, and the urgent need for disability-informed public policy in this political moment. bit.ly/4pgPXGd
Veterans: Planning your career after military service?
The Veterans Accommodations Toolkit helps you match your skills to civilian jobs, find training, and connect with employers.
Get started today: bit.ly/4oInVDm.
The Veterans Accommodations Toolkit helps you match your skills to civilian jobs, find training, and connect with employers.
Get started today: bit.ly/4oInVDm.
December 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Veterans: Planning your career after military service?
The Veterans Accommodations Toolkit helps you match your skills to civilian jobs, find training, and connect with employers.
Get started today: bit.ly/4oInVDm.
The Veterans Accommodations Toolkit helps you match your skills to civilian jobs, find training, and connect with employers.
Get started today: bit.ly/4oInVDm.
Webinar: Employment and Empowerment Through Sustainable Partnerships
December 9, 2025; 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Eastern
Hosted by: Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC)
Find out more: bit.ly/44zfFgN
December 9, 2025; 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Eastern
Hosted by: Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC)
Find out more: bit.ly/44zfFgN
Employment And Empowerment Through Sustainable Partnerships | Disability Employment TA Center
Webinar Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | Time: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm Eastern Time
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December 1, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Webinar: Employment and Empowerment Through Sustainable Partnerships
December 9, 2025; 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Eastern
Hosted by: Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC)
Find out more: bit.ly/44zfFgN
December 9, 2025; 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Eastern
Hosted by: Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC)
Find out more: bit.ly/44zfFgN
This video is part of NCIL’s Campaign to End Ableism! Help spread the word by sharing our ongoing #EndAbleism messages.
November 26, 2025 at 5:16 PM
This video is part of NCIL’s Campaign to End Ableism! Help spread the word by sharing our ongoing #EndAbleism messages.
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Insight Enterprises, Inc. – Peninsula CIL (Hampton, VA)
Open until filled.
Posted: November 26, 2025
Responsible for the administration and overall functioning of all aspects of the Center, including fiscal, personnel and programmatic.
More: bit.ly/43NnCyM
Open until filled.
Posted: November 26, 2025
Responsible for the administration and overall functioning of all aspects of the Center, including fiscal, personnel and programmatic.
More: bit.ly/43NnCyM
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Insight Enterprises, Inc. – Peninsula CIL (Hampton, VA) - National Council on Independent Living
Responsible for the administration and overall functioning of all aspects of the Center, including fiscal, personnel and...
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November 26, 2025 at 4:43 PM
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, Insight Enterprises, Inc. – Peninsula CIL (Hampton, VA)
Open until filled.
Posted: November 26, 2025
Responsible for the administration and overall functioning of all aspects of the Center, including fiscal, personnel and programmatic.
More: bit.ly/43NnCyM
Open until filled.
Posted: November 26, 2025
Responsible for the administration and overall functioning of all aspects of the Center, including fiscal, personnel and programmatic.
More: bit.ly/43NnCyM
NCIL Mourns the Loss of our Dear Friend, Jorge Pineda
For 15 years, Jorge Pineda served as NCIL’s accountant and so much more. He was the glue that turned our small staff into a family.
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For 15 years, Jorge Pineda served as NCIL’s accountant and so much more. He was the glue that turned our small staff into a family.
Read more: bit.ly/49Gq7Xs
NCIL Mourns the Loss of our Dear Friend, Jorge Pineda - National Council on Independent Living
For 15 years, Jorge Pineda served as NCIL’s accountant and so much more. He was the glue...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:01 PM
NCIL Mourns the Loss of our Dear Friend, Jorge Pineda
For 15 years, Jorge Pineda served as NCIL’s accountant and so much more. He was the glue that turned our small staff into a family.
Read more: bit.ly/49Gq7Xs
For 15 years, Jorge Pineda served as NCIL’s accountant and so much more. He was the glue that turned our small staff into a family.
Read more: bit.ly/49Gq7Xs
OPEN POSITION: Community Organizer, Center for People With Disabilities (Boulder, CO)
Closing date: open until filled
Posted: November 21, 2025
The Community Organizer is responsible for advancing the CPWD's public policy and advocacy agenda.
More: bit.ly/3Mfc2WV
Closing date: open until filled
Posted: November 21, 2025
The Community Organizer is responsible for advancing the CPWD's public policy and advocacy agenda.
More: bit.ly/3Mfc2WV
OPEN POSITION: Community Organizer, Center for People With Disabilities (Boulder, CO) - National Council on Independent Living
People with disabilities of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply! Reports to: Director of Public Policy...
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November 21, 2025 at 7:54 PM
OPEN POSITION: Community Organizer, Center for People With Disabilities (Boulder, CO)
Closing date: open until filled
Posted: November 21, 2025
The Community Organizer is responsible for advancing the CPWD's public policy and advocacy agenda.
More: bit.ly/3Mfc2WV
Closing date: open until filled
Posted: November 21, 2025
The Community Organizer is responsible for advancing the CPWD's public policy and advocacy agenda.
More: bit.ly/3Mfc2WV
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
More: bit.ly/4r4gQOS
- Insi Discount
- Website Redesign Bootcamp
- Accessibility Audit + Governance Plan
More: bit.ly/4r4gQOS
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
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
More: bit.ly/4r4gQOS
- Insi Discount
- Website Redesign Bootcamp
- Accessibility Audit + Governance Plan
More: bit.ly/4r4gQOS
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
More: bit.ly/3LGfTw2
- 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.
More: bit.ly/3LGfTw2
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
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.
More: bit.ly/3LGfTw2
- 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.
More: bit.ly/3LGfTw2
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
Read more: bit.ly/47QYVCA
Register: bit.ly/vlpmo
📅 Friday, Nov 21 | 10–11:30 AM PT / 1–2:30 PM ET
💻 Online | Free | ASL + captions
Read more: bit.ly/47QYVCA
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
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
Read more: bit.ly/47QYVCA
Register: bit.ly/vlpmo
📅 Friday, Nov 21 | 10–11:30 AM PT / 1–2:30 PM ET
💻 Online | Free | ASL + captions
Read more: bit.ly/47QYVCA
Register: bit.ly/vlpmo
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
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
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
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