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I AM Session 7: Maryland SILC Updates, IL Table Talk Launch, and the CUP Campaign

Graphic with bold red background reading “I AM” in large distressed white text. Below, white text says “Maryland SILC Updates, IL Table Talk Launch, and the CUP Campaign.” Event details read “Monday, May 18, 2:00–3:30 pm.” To the right is the Maryland SILC circular logo overlaid on a Maryland state flag design.

DATE: Monday, May 18, 2026
TIME: 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Zoom
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Join Us for May’s “I AM” Session! 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:

  1. Informing: Arming you with knowledge.
  2. Educating: Fostering critical thinking and strategy.
  3. Organizing: Building a united, collective voice.
  4. 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.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS REQUESTS: If you wish to request an ASL interpreter or other reasonable accommodation, please email your request by May 4, 2026 to info@innow.org.

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