Welcome to the North Carolina Statewide Independent Living Council (NC SILC)
The North Carolina Statewide Independent Living Council (NC SILC) is a federally-mandated, not-for-profit, Governor appointed council. A majority of council members must be people with a disability. By federal law, the SILC is charged with:
Developing a state plan and provisioning statewide independent living services (SPIL).
Developing and supporting a statewide network of Centers for Independent Living (CILs).
Monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating the state plan (SPIL).
We believe that North Carolinians with disabilities should have control over their own life, have opportunities comparable to other citizens, participate in the community as they wish, and have economic security. These beliefs are at the core of the Independent Living philosophy.
3600 S. College Road, Ste E-397
Wilmington, NC 28412
984-480-6328
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Community Conversations: Living with Disability in NC
NC SILC wants to hear from North Carolinians with disabilities about their experiences, needs, and priorities. Your feedback will help shape our next three-year State Plan for Independent Living.
Join us for one of four Community Conversations this September. Virtual and in-person options are available, with ASL and CART provided for virtual forums.
Upcoming conversations: September 23 & 30, 2026
Take Action
- Help support individuals with disabilities.
- Become a member and make change happen.
- Donate time, gifts, and talents.
If you are interested in applying for membership, please visit Get Involved or contact Gloria Garton at [email protected].
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