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.
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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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.
More: cvent.me/OMB7MG
September 16, 2025 at 5:13 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.
More: cvent.me/OMB7MG
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.
More: cvent.me/OMB7MG
Did You Know? Healthcare often fails people with disabilities. Why: Bias, inaccessibility, and lack of provider training can cause unequal treatment and harm. #EndAbleism
This video is part of NCIL’s Campaign to End Ableism! Help spread the word by sharing our ongoing #EndAbleism messages.
This video is part of NCIL’s Campaign to End Ableism! Help spread the word by sharing our ongoing #EndAbleism messages.
September 3, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Did You Know? Healthcare often fails people with disabilities. Why: Bias, inaccessibility, and lack of provider training can cause unequal treatment and harm. #EndAbleism
This video is part of NCIL’s Campaign to End Ableism! Help spread the word by sharing our ongoing #EndAbleism messages.
This video is part of NCIL’s Campaign to End Ableism! Help spread the word by sharing our ongoing #EndAbleism messages.
Webinar: Understanding the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Model: A Strategic Partner for Business Growth
August 12, 2025; 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern
Join Questco for an informative webinar designed specifically for nonprofit leaders and small organizations.
More: ncil.org/event/peo/
August 12, 2025; 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern
Join Questco for an informative webinar designed specifically for nonprofit leaders and small organizations.
More: ncil.org/event/peo/
August 5, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Webinar: Understanding the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Model: A Strategic Partner for Business Growth
August 12, 2025; 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern
Join Questco for an informative webinar designed specifically for nonprofit leaders and small organizations.
More: ncil.org/event/peo/
August 12, 2025; 3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern
Join Questco for an informative webinar designed specifically for nonprofit leaders and small organizations.
More: ncil.org/event/peo/
Video: throngs of marchers with disabilities and allies marching through the streets of DC. They are marching 10 by 10, as far back as the camera can see. They are chanting, “We’re here! We’re loud! DISABLED AND PROUD!” Video is taken from the front of the march looking backward. #NCIL2025 #ADA35
July 21, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Joint Action Alert:
NCIL, AUCD, NDRN, NACDD, Amputee Coalition, NASILC, and the Reeve Foundation call on Congress to fully preserve and fund the vital federal programs that promote independence, belonging, and full participation for people with disabilities.
Read more: bit.ly/46V8KjX
NCIL, AUCD, NDRN, NACDD, Amputee Coalition, NASILC, and the Reeve Foundation call on Congress to fully preserve and fund the vital federal programs that promote independence, belonging, and full participation for people with disabilities.
Read more: bit.ly/46V8KjX
July 21, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Joint Action Alert:
NCIL, AUCD, NDRN, NACDD, Amputee Coalition, NASILC, and the Reeve Foundation call on Congress to fully preserve and fund the vital federal programs that promote independence, belonging, and full participation for people with disabilities.
Read more: bit.ly/46V8KjX
NCIL, AUCD, NDRN, NACDD, Amputee Coalition, NASILC, and the Reeve Foundation call on Congress to fully preserve and fund the vital federal programs that promote independence, belonging, and full participation for people with disabilities.
Read more: bit.ly/46V8KjX
We are very pleased to announce that we have raised the funds necessary to livestream headliner conference events! See the list of events and access the livestream at: bit.ly/4kNmccV
The 2025 Annual Conference Program and Day on the Hill Booklet are now available. View them at: bit.ly/40qRE9P
The 2025 Annual Conference Program and Day on the Hill Booklet are now available. View them at: bit.ly/40qRE9P
July 17, 2025 at 4:06 PM
We are very pleased to announce that we have raised the funds necessary to livestream headliner conference events! See the list of events and access the livestream at: bit.ly/4kNmccV
The 2025 Annual Conference Program and Day on the Hill Booklet are now available. View them at: bit.ly/40qRE9P
The 2025 Annual Conference Program and Day on the Hill Booklet are now available. View them at: bit.ly/40qRE9P
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, APRIL (Remote with Occasional Travel)
Closing / removal date: Rolling, but serious candidates should submit applications by 7/25/25.
Reporting to the Board and leading a small team and various contractors, the ED will lead APRIL's efforts.
More: bit.ly/4koeEx7
Closing / removal date: Rolling, but serious candidates should submit applications by 7/25/25.
Reporting to the Board and leading a small team and various contractors, the ED will lead APRIL's efforts.
More: bit.ly/4koeEx7
July 10, 2025 at 1:44 AM
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, APRIL (Remote with Occasional Travel)
Closing / removal date: Rolling, but serious candidates should submit applications by 7/25/25.
Reporting to the Board and leading a small team and various contractors, the ED will lead APRIL's efforts.
More: bit.ly/4koeEx7
Closing / removal date: Rolling, but serious candidates should submit applications by 7/25/25.
Reporting to the Board and leading a small team and various contractors, the ED will lead APRIL's efforts.
More: bit.ly/4koeEx7
The budget reconciliation bill (“One Big Beautiful Bill Act”) is back in the House of Representatives.
It is critical that we all contact our Representative today and tell them: NO CUTS TO MEDICAID.
Visit house.gov for contact info or use NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4ltBJiW
It is critical that we all contact our Representative today and tell them: NO CUTS TO MEDICAID.
Visit house.gov for contact info or use NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4ltBJiW
July 2, 2025 at 3:36 PM
The budget reconciliation bill (“One Big Beautiful Bill Act”) is back in the House of Representatives.
It is critical that we all contact our Representative today and tell them: NO CUTS TO MEDICAID.
Visit house.gov for contact info or use NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4ltBJiW
It is critical that we all contact our Representative today and tell them: NO CUTS TO MEDICAID.
Visit house.gov for contact info or use NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4ltBJiW
Deadline Approaching: Discounted Room Rates End This Week!
The discounted room rate at the Grand Hyatt Washington for #NCIL2025 attendees ends June 27.
Reserve a room: bit.ly/4lnNNlZ
For speedy check-in, conference registration recommended by July 11.
Register: bit.ly/3HVEknp
The discounted room rate at the Grand Hyatt Washington for #NCIL2025 attendees ends June 27.
Reserve a room: bit.ly/4lnNNlZ
For speedy check-in, conference registration recommended by July 11.
Register: bit.ly/3HVEknp
June 24, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Deadline Approaching: Discounted Room Rates End This Week!
The discounted room rate at the Grand Hyatt Washington for #NCIL2025 attendees ends June 27.
Reserve a room: bit.ly/4lnNNlZ
For speedy check-in, conference registration recommended by July 11.
Register: bit.ly/3HVEknp
The discounted room rate at the Grand Hyatt Washington for #NCIL2025 attendees ends June 27.
Reserve a room: bit.ly/4lnNNlZ
For speedy check-in, conference registration recommended by July 11.
Register: bit.ly/3HVEknp
The Senate is expected to vote as early as tomorrow on the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” This bill includes sweeping policy changes that will result in massive Medicaid cuts that threaten the lives and independence of people with disabilities.
More: bit.ly/43WgGQe
Senate Contact Info: bit.ly/4l40t1G
More: bit.ly/43WgGQe
Senate Contact Info: bit.ly/4l40t1G
June 24, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The Senate is expected to vote as early as tomorrow on the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” This bill includes sweeping policy changes that will result in massive Medicaid cuts that threaten the lives and independence of people with disabilities.
More: bit.ly/43WgGQe
Senate Contact Info: bit.ly/4l40t1G
More: bit.ly/43WgGQe
Senate Contact Info: bit.ly/4l40t1G
We’re excited to announce that the full agenda and detailed workshop descriptions for NCIL’s Annual Conference on Independent Living are now live!
👉 Agenda: bit.ly/4kJcitR
👉 Workshops: bit.ly/4jRgOFq
👉 Registration: bit.ly/4l5xCJF
See you soon! #NCIL2025
👉 Agenda: bit.ly/4kJcitR
👉 Workshops: bit.ly/4jRgOFq
👉 Registration: bit.ly/4l5xCJF
See you soon! #NCIL2025
June 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM
We’re excited to announce that the full agenda and detailed workshop descriptions for NCIL’s Annual Conference on Independent Living are now live!
👉 Agenda: bit.ly/4kJcitR
👉 Workshops: bit.ly/4jRgOFq
👉 Registration: bit.ly/4l5xCJF
See you soon! #NCIL2025
👉 Agenda: bit.ly/4kJcitR
👉 Workshops: bit.ly/4jRgOFq
👉 Registration: bit.ly/4l5xCJF
See you soon! #NCIL2025
NCIL, APRIL, and NASILC Response to the DHHS FFY 26 Budget Proposal
The Administration for Children, Families and Communities released its budget justification on June 11.
There are several recommendations that have significant consequence to disability and aging programs.
More: bit.ly/3HDXH4e
The Administration for Children, Families and Communities released its budget justification on June 11.
There are several recommendations that have significant consequence to disability and aging programs.
More: bit.ly/3HDXH4e
June 13, 2025 at 7:52 PM
NCIL, APRIL, and NASILC Response to the DHHS FFY 26 Budget Proposal
The Administration for Children, Families and Communities released its budget justification on June 11.
There are several recommendations that have significant consequence to disability and aging programs.
More: bit.ly/3HDXH4e
The Administration for Children, Families and Communities released its budget justification on June 11.
There are several recommendations that have significant consequence to disability and aging programs.
More: bit.ly/3HDXH4e
As long as it remains optional for states to provide home and community-based services through Medicaid, our right to live in our homes and outside institutions is at risk when Medicaid is cut.
Reach your Senators through the switchboard: 202-224-3121. Urge them to protect Medicaid.
Reach your Senators through the switchboard: 202-224-3121. Urge them to protect Medicaid.
June 12, 2025 at 4:21 PM
As long as it remains optional for states to provide home and community-based services through Medicaid, our right to live in our homes and outside institutions is at risk when Medicaid is cut.
Reach your Senators through the switchboard: 202-224-3121. Urge them to protect Medicaid.
Reach your Senators through the switchboard: 202-224-3121. Urge them to protect Medicaid.
CALL TO ACTION: Submit Comments to DOE by June 16!
The Department of Energy announced it will eliminate Section 504 regulations for entities that receive funding from that federal agency.
DOE is not engaging in the typical rulemaking procedure, so time is of the essence.
More: bit.ly/4mV1HgP
The Department of Energy announced it will eliminate Section 504 regulations for entities that receive funding from that federal agency.
DOE is not engaging in the typical rulemaking procedure, so time is of the essence.
More: bit.ly/4mV1HgP
June 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
CALL TO ACTION: Submit Comments to DOE by June 16!
The Department of Energy announced it will eliminate Section 504 regulations for entities that receive funding from that federal agency.
DOE is not engaging in the typical rulemaking procedure, so time is of the essence.
More: bit.ly/4mV1HgP
The Department of Energy announced it will eliminate Section 504 regulations for entities that receive funding from that federal agency.
DOE is not engaging in the typical rulemaking procedure, so time is of the essence.
More: bit.ly/4mV1HgP
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living
The 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living is scheduled for July 21-24, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC. Committed volunteers are critical to its success.
Read more: bit.ly/4jzg8UV
The 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living is scheduled for July 21-24, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC. Committed volunteers are critical to its success.
Read more: bit.ly/4jzg8UV
June 9, 2025 at 1:02 PM
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living
The 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living is scheduled for July 21-24, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC. Committed volunteers are critical to its success.
Read more: bit.ly/4jzg8UV
The 2025 Annual Conference on Independent Living is scheduled for July 21-24, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC. Committed volunteers are critical to its success.
Read more: bit.ly/4jzg8UV
We’re proud to partner with WAWABILITY 2025 — an unprecedented two-day experience blending powerful policy and performances in Washington, DC.
Join us July 11–12 to celebrate what's possible.
Register for livestream: wawability.performedia.com
Register for in-person event: wawability.com/tickets
Join us July 11–12 to celebrate what's possible.
Register for livestream: wawability.performedia.com
Register for in-person event: wawability.com/tickets
June 7, 2025 at 2:36 PM
We’re proud to partner with WAWABILITY 2025 — an unprecedented two-day experience blending powerful policy and performances in Washington, DC.
Join us July 11–12 to celebrate what's possible.
Register for livestream: wawability.performedia.com
Register for in-person event: wawability.com/tickets
Join us July 11–12 to celebrate what's possible.
Register for livestream: wawability.performedia.com
Register for in-person event: wawability.com/tickets
NCIL Hosts a National Conversation on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility: Exploring Equity in a Shifting Landscape
The archive is available for NCIL members.
Read more: bit.ly/43P6qbl
Archive: bit.ly/43WbdYC
Empowerment Training Academy: ncil.org/eta/
Join NCIL: bit.ly/495U54J
The archive is available for NCIL members.
Read more: bit.ly/43P6qbl
Archive: bit.ly/43WbdYC
Empowerment Training Academy: ncil.org/eta/
Join NCIL: bit.ly/495U54J
June 5, 2025 at 8:52 PM
NCIL Hosts a National Conversation on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility: Exploring Equity in a Shifting Landscape
The archive is available for NCIL members.
Read more: bit.ly/43P6qbl
Archive: bit.ly/43WbdYC
Empowerment Training Academy: ncil.org/eta/
Join NCIL: bit.ly/495U54J
The archive is available for NCIL members.
Read more: bit.ly/43P6qbl
Archive: bit.ly/43WbdYC
Empowerment Training Academy: ncil.org/eta/
Join NCIL: bit.ly/495U54J
Youth Scholarship Applications Now Open!
NCIL is proud to announce the 2025 Youth Scholarship Fund. NCIL's conference is July 21-24 in Washington, DC. We offer scholarships to youth with disabilities ages 18-26 who may otherwise be unable to attend.
Deadline: June 16, 2025.
More: bit.ly/3FOpj5Y
NCIL is proud to announce the 2025 Youth Scholarship Fund. NCIL's conference is July 21-24 in Washington, DC. We offer scholarships to youth with disabilities ages 18-26 who may otherwise be unable to attend.
Deadline: June 16, 2025.
More: bit.ly/3FOpj5Y
June 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Youth Scholarship Applications Now Open!
NCIL is proud to announce the 2025 Youth Scholarship Fund. NCIL's conference is July 21-24 in Washington, DC. We offer scholarships to youth with disabilities ages 18-26 who may otherwise be unable to attend.
Deadline: June 16, 2025.
More: bit.ly/3FOpj5Y
NCIL is proud to announce the 2025 Youth Scholarship Fund. NCIL's conference is July 21-24 in Washington, DC. We offer scholarships to youth with disabilities ages 18-26 who may otherwise be unable to attend.
Deadline: June 16, 2025.
More: bit.ly/3FOpj5Y
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (Sacramento, CA)
Lead California’s Disability Advocacy Network into the Future
Closing date: Rolling basis – priority deadline June 23, 2025
Read full job description: bit.ly/4kj3gn2
Lead California’s Disability Advocacy Network into the Future
Closing date: Rolling basis – priority deadline June 23, 2025
Read full job description: bit.ly/4kj3gn2
June 3, 2025 at 3:51 PM
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (Sacramento, CA)
Lead California’s Disability Advocacy Network into the Future
Closing date: Rolling basis – priority deadline June 23, 2025
Read full job description: bit.ly/4kj3gn2
Lead California’s Disability Advocacy Network into the Future
Closing date: Rolling basis – priority deadline June 23, 2025
Read full job description: bit.ly/4kj3gn2
A Message from Theo Braddy: There Will Come a Time! The Pendulum Swings!
Change is always coming.
There will come a time when we’ll look back on this moment — these unprecedented, chaotic, confusing times.
More: bit.ly/45xyQc8
Audio : bit.ly/3HjGzk2
Change is always coming.
There will come a time when we’ll look back on this moment — these unprecedented, chaotic, confusing times.
More: bit.ly/45xyQc8
Audio : bit.ly/3HjGzk2
May 30, 2025 at 7:12 PM
A Message from Theo Braddy: There Will Come a Time! The Pendulum Swings!
Change is always coming.
There will come a time when we’ll look back on this moment — these unprecedented, chaotic, confusing times.
More: bit.ly/45xyQc8
Audio : bit.ly/3HjGzk2
Change is always coming.
There will come a time when we’ll look back on this moment — these unprecedented, chaotic, confusing times.
More: bit.ly/45xyQc8
Audio : bit.ly/3HjGzk2
The House passed the Reconciliation Bill by a 1-vote majority. The fight now moves to the Senate.
We need you to mobilize now.
Contact your Senators (bit.ly/4hIXI4b). Tell them to protect the healthcare and services that people with disabilities rely on to survive.
Read more: bit.ly/4dD9uvt
We need you to mobilize now.
Contact your Senators (bit.ly/4hIXI4b). Tell them to protect the healthcare and services that people with disabilities rely on to survive.
Read more: bit.ly/4dD9uvt
May 27, 2025 at 5:59 PM
The House passed the Reconciliation Bill by a 1-vote majority. The fight now moves to the Senate.
We need you to mobilize now.
Contact your Senators (bit.ly/4hIXI4b). Tell them to protect the healthcare and services that people with disabilities rely on to survive.
Read more: bit.ly/4dD9uvt
We need you to mobilize now.
Contact your Senators (bit.ly/4hIXI4b). Tell them to protect the healthcare and services that people with disabilities rely on to survive.
Read more: bit.ly/4dD9uvt
Did You Know? The R-word is never okay to use. It is highly offensive to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to people in general. #EndAbleism
May 21, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Did You Know? The R-word is never okay to use. It is highly offensive to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to people in general. #EndAbleism
It is vitally important that you contact your Congressional delegation today and tell them how harmful the cuts outlined in the Reconciliation Bill are.
STEP 1: Contact your members of Congress using NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4hIXI4b
STEP 2: Share this post.
More: bit.ly/44KqQnX
STEP 1: Contact your members of Congress using NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4hIXI4b
STEP 2: Share this post.
More: bit.ly/44KqQnX
May 21, 2025 at 6:12 PM
It is vitally important that you contact your Congressional delegation today and tell them how harmful the cuts outlined in the Reconciliation Bill are.
STEP 1: Contact your members of Congress using NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4hIXI4b
STEP 2: Share this post.
More: bit.ly/44KqQnX
STEP 1: Contact your members of Congress using NCIL’s Advocacy & Action Center: bit.ly/4hIXI4b
STEP 2: Share this post.
More: bit.ly/44KqQnX
Assistant Director, Access to Independence (Madison, WI)
Closing date: June 13, 2025
Access to Independence, Inc. is a disability-led organization that provides advocacy, resources and services for individuals of all disabilities and ages throughout four counties.
More: indeedhi.re/4kk1OQW
Closing date: June 13, 2025
Access to Independence, Inc. is a disability-led organization that provides advocacy, resources and services for individuals of all disabilities and ages throughout four counties.
More: indeedhi.re/4kk1OQW
May 19, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Assistant Director, Access to Independence (Madison, WI)
Closing date: June 13, 2025
Access to Independence, Inc. is a disability-led organization that provides advocacy, resources and services for individuals of all disabilities and ages throughout four counties.
More: indeedhi.re/4kk1OQW
Closing date: June 13, 2025
Access to Independence, Inc. is a disability-led organization that provides advocacy, resources and services for individuals of all disabilities and ages throughout four counties.
More: indeedhi.re/4kk1OQW