Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii
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Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii
@hawaiisilc.org
We are a movement of people with disabilities, for people with disabilities. We value and depend on the voices of champions and allies to advance Independent Living philosophy, and equitable access to resources in our community.
We had a great time at the Hawaii Association of the Blind yesterday. What an energetic conference! We are happy to work together with such strong advocates.
March 9, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Listen to a 12 minute AI generated podcast style audio recording about Hawaii's State Plan for Independent Living. #SPIL #IndependentLiving #SILC #CIL #ILSP #NotebookLM

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Hawai's State Plan for Independent Living - AI Podcast
YouTube video by Independent Living Hawaii
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February 22, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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You have probably heard a lot recently about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEI/DEIA). That's why AAPD put together a new resource to explain what DEIA is, why it is essential for disabled Americans, and explaining recent federal actions on DEIA.

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Explaining Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA), The Trump Administration’s Recent Actions on DEIA, and the Impact on Disabled Americans - AAPD
If you wish to view this resource as a PDF, click here. Since taking office, President Trump has taken several actions attacking diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (often called “DEIA” or...
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February 16, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Theo W. Braddy, Executive Director of the National Council on Independent Living, offers us our #TuesdayInsight with his thoughts on ableism and its impact on people with disabilities.
#BlackDisabledHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #DisabilityIntersectionality
February 11, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Comments are due tomorrow, January 17, 2025. Don’t miss this historic opportunity!

This column provides background on Section 14(c) and guidance on how to submit a comment on the Biden administration’s proposed rule to eliminate subminimum wages for disabled people.

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Submitting Comments in Support of DOL Rule To Eliminate Section 14(c), Ending Subminimum Wages for Disabled People
This column provides background on Section 14(c) and guidance on how to submit a comment on the Biden administration’s proposed rule to eliminate subminimum wages for disabled people.
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January 16, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Vickie is doing tremendous work in our community, including working with Hawaii Association for the Blind and Guide Dogs of Hawaii. #Accessibility #RetinitisPigmentosa

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Living with blindness, Vickie Kennedy is on a mission to help others adjust
A Hawaiʻi resident who has struggled with vision loss wants to pass on her life lessons to others. Vickie Kennedy was diagnosed with a genetic eye disease called Retinitis Pigmentosa, commonly known a...
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February 8, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Our next Council meeting will be held on Thursday, February 6th, 2025 from 9am-11am. Please join us!

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Meetings and Events – Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii
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February 2, 2025 at 2:55 AM
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The UN CRPD says disabled people have the right to live in the community and get inclusive education & employment. It rejects institutions & segregated schools. Every country that signed it must uphold these rights, but many don’t. #CRPD

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February 1, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is an international a treaty that protects disability rights worldwide.

Signed by 180+ countries, but not always respected. #CRPD

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Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) | Division for Inclusive Social Development (DISD)
Convention Ratifications/Accessions: 192 Signatories*: 164
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February 1, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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#DisabilityRights #Inclusion

Alright, enough is enough. It's time to organize and educate.

I've been mostly advocating on that other place but this will be my first thread here on the clearer skies 🌤️, where community is paramount, especially now.

🔥 Ok, so... what is the UN #CRPD?

Let's go!

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February 1, 2025 at 5:42 AM
We are a movement of people with disabilities, for people with disabilities. We value and depend on the voices of champions and allies to advance Independent Living philosophy, and equitable access to resources in our community.

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

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February 1, 2025 at 10:48 PM