The Statewide Independent Living Council of Tennessee (SILC TN) would like to invite you to apply to be a member of our Council.
The SILC TN, is a 501(c)3 independent nonprofit governed by people with disabilities. For more than 20 years, our mission has been to promote Independent Living (IL) philosophies in Tennessee and support its practices and values. As such, the SILC TN educates the community and public leaders about the IL philosophy, provides training and support to the Independent Living community, and, per new language of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), facilitates funding opportunities for expanding the practice of IL in Tennessee.
The SILC is a Council appointed by the Governor and comprised of Tennesseans with diverse disabilities and advocates for people with disabilities from across the state. The Council supports and oversees the work of the SILC TN and participates in developing the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) in collaboration with the Tennessee Division of Rehabilitation Services. The Council then monitors, reviews, and evaluates the SPIL implementation. The Council also coordinates activities with the State Rehabilitation Council and with other councils to address issues affecting Tennesseans with disabilities.
The Council meets quarterly to review budgets and SILC updates, and receive board training. Members are encouraged to participate in subcommittes as well that meet between quarterly meetings as necessary and address single areas of focus in more depth. Subcommittee topics currently include outreach, fundraising, and the SPIL. Council positions are three year commitments.
To apply for the Council, please print off and complete the application below and submit an up-to-date resume to [email protected] . The application and resume will be submitted to the Governor’s office for review.
Thank you for interest in the SILC. We look forward to receiving your application!
The SILC TN, is a 501(c)3 independent nonprofit governed by people with disabilities. For more than 20 years, our mission has been to promote Independent Living (IL) philosophies in Tennessee and support its practices and values. As such, the SILC TN educates the community and public leaders about the IL philosophy, provides training and support to the Independent Living community, and, per new language of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), facilitates funding opportunities for expanding the practice of IL in Tennessee.
The SILC is a Council appointed by the Governor and comprised of Tennesseans with diverse disabilities and advocates for people with disabilities from across the state. The Council supports and oversees the work of the SILC TN and participates in developing the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) in collaboration with the Tennessee Division of Rehabilitation Services. The Council then monitors, reviews, and evaluates the SPIL implementation. The Council also coordinates activities with the State Rehabilitation Council and with other councils to address issues affecting Tennesseans with disabilities.
The Council meets quarterly to review budgets and SILC updates, and receive board training. Members are encouraged to participate in subcommittes as well that meet between quarterly meetings as necessary and address single areas of focus in more depth. Subcommittee topics currently include outreach, fundraising, and the SPIL. Council positions are three year commitments.
To apply for the Council, please print off and complete the application below and submit an up-to-date resume to [email protected] . The application and resume will be submitted to the Governor’s office for review.
Thank you for interest in the SILC. We look forward to receiving your application!
Application as well as prospective member check-off list, PDF files
If you need help filling out the application email or call and we can do it via DocuSign
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Application Checklist
☐ Filling out the gubernatorial application
☐ Resume
☐ Bio
☐ Headshot
Orientation Activities
☐ Attend at least one quarterly SILC meeting (in person or via Zoom) or recording
☐ Watch the PBS documentary Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act — watch on PBS.org
☐ Visit your closest Center for Independent Living (CIL), in person or virtually:
☐ Tri-State Resource and Advocacy Corp. – Chattanooga area
☐ Jackson Center for Independent Living – Jackson
☐ Disability Connection Midsouth – Memphis
☐ TARP Center for Independent Living – Paris
☐ Empower Tennessee – Nashville
☐ disABILITY Resource Center – Knoxville
☐ Participate in national webinars hosted by:
☐ NCIL – National Council on Independent Living
☐ APRIL – Assoc. of Programs for Rural Independent Living
☐ NASILC – National Assoc. of Statewide IL Councils
☐ ILTTA Center – IL Training & Technical Assistance Center
About the Council
SILC's mission is to promote and support the Independent Living philosophy through implementation of the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The Council provides statewide representation, and the majority of its members are individuals with disabilities appointed by the Governor to serve a three-year term.
Council Member Expectations
☐ Four quarterly meetings are held each year
☐ Every meeting offers a hybrid Zoom option for members who cannot attend in person
☐ Joining and actively participating on a committee is part of Council service
☐ Ongoing training outside of Council meetings is required, including keeping current on your individual training
☐ Filling out the gubernatorial application
☐ Resume
☐ Bio
☐ Headshot
Orientation Activities
☐ Attend at least one quarterly SILC meeting (in person or via Zoom) or recording
☐ Watch the PBS documentary Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act — watch on PBS.org
☐ Visit your closest Center for Independent Living (CIL), in person or virtually:
☐ Tri-State Resource and Advocacy Corp. – Chattanooga area
☐ Jackson Center for Independent Living – Jackson
☐ Disability Connection Midsouth – Memphis
☐ TARP Center for Independent Living – Paris
☐ Empower Tennessee – Nashville
☐ disABILITY Resource Center – Knoxville
☐ Participate in national webinars hosted by:
☐ NCIL – National Council on Independent Living
☐ APRIL – Assoc. of Programs for Rural Independent Living
☐ NASILC – National Assoc. of Statewide IL Councils
☐ ILTTA Center – IL Training & Technical Assistance Center
About the Council
SILC's mission is to promote and support the Independent Living philosophy through implementation of the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The Council provides statewide representation, and the majority of its members are individuals with disabilities appointed by the Governor to serve a three-year term.
Council Member Expectations
☐ Four quarterly meetings are held each year
☐ Every meeting offers a hybrid Zoom option for members who cannot attend in person
☐ Joining and actively participating on a committee is part of Council service
☐ Ongoing training outside of Council meetings is required, including keeping current on your individual training