What's Being Discussed

Community Needs Assessment Survey: The committee will review and possibly revise a draft survey designed to ask members of Hawaii's disability community about their independent living needs. This survey will eventually go to the full Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) for approval.
The public will have an opportunity to comment on agenda items as well as raise other issues for possible future Council consideration.

Decisions Expected

The committee may approve revisions to the draft survey before recommending it to the full Council at a later meeting. No final vote by the full Council is expected at this meeting.

Who Should Pay Attention

People with disabilities in Hawaii — this survey is specifically about understanding your independent living needs, and your input on the draft is welcome.
Disability advocates and service providers who work with Hawaii's disability community.
Anyone interested in independent living policy in Hawaii.

Meeting details: Thursday, August 20, 2026, 1:00–2:00 PM. Attend in person at 643 Ilalo St, Suite 1000, Honolulu, or join via Zoom. Public testimony is limited to 3 minutes per topic. Written comments can be submitted to info@HawaiiSILC.org — ideally 24 hours before the meeting. If you need accessibility accommodations, contact Amanda Lowe at 808-585-7452 or amanda@hawaiisilc.org as early as possible.