To promote a philosophy of independent living, including a philosophy of consumer control, peer support, self-help, self determination, equal access, and individual and systems advocacy, in order to maximize opportunities for individuals with disabilities and the integration and full inclusion of individuals with disabilities into the mainstream of society.
The North Carolina Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) was established under the authority of Section 705 in the 1973 Rehabilitation Act as amended (P.L. 102-569)
The SILC is a federally-mandated council that represents the interests of people with disabilities across
The main purpose of the SILC is to jointly develop, sign, and execute the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) with the state's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) and Division of Services for the Blind (DSB). The SILC, DVRS, and DSB are equal partners in carrying out the SPIL.
The SILC monitors, reviews, and evaluates the implementation of the State Plan. The SILC also works with the Centers for Independent Living (CILs) in