May’s “I AM” Session: Maryland SILC Updates, ilTT Launch, & The CUP Campaign
📢 Join Us for May’s “I AM” Session!Date: May 2026 (TBD) Focus: Maryland SILC Updates, IL Table Talk Launch, and the CUP Campaign
We have been busy working to “work smarter, not harder” to better serve our community. Join us for a warm and inviting session where we’ll pull back the curtain on what the Council is up to and how you can get involved.
🏛️ What’s Happening with Maryland SILC?
We are in a season of growth and transformation! We’ll be sharing updates on:
- Our Evolution: We are officially transitioning Maryland SILC into a standalone 501(c)(3) legal entity.
- State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL): Get the latest on the development of the 2028–2030 SPIL, including insights from our writing committee kick-off.
- Digital Access: Updates on our commitment to digital accessibility and compliance across all our platforms.
🎥 Introducing: Independent Living Table Talk (ilTT)
Get ready for a new way to connect! We are thrilled to introduce our upcoming YouTube channel, Independent Living Table Talk (ilTT), officially launching this month. This channel will be a space for real conversations, community stories, and advocacy updates—bringing our mission directly to your screen.
🔥 The CUP Campaign: Do You Have the Courage to Use Your Power?
We are doubling down on our Courage to Use Your Power (CUP) Campaign. This movement is a direct call to action built on four mandatory pillars:
- Informing: Arming you with knowledge.
- Educating: Fostering critical thinking and strategy.
- Organizing: Building a united, collective voice.
- Mobilizing: Taking decisive action to secure our future.
The CUP Campaign is an invitation to step out of the shadows, use your voice, and declare what is best for us as a people. Because at the end of the day, “You Are Worth It, Period”.
We can’t wait to see you there! Let’s link up and lock down for a brighter future.