Committee Charters
Advocacy Committee
The Advocacy Committee advances the rights, independence, and full inclusion of people with disabilities in Hawaii by monitoring and influencing public policy at the local, state, and federal levels. The Committee ensures the SILC’s voice is heard on matters affecting the disability community and supports the Council’s mission to create more inclusive and accessible communities. The Advocacy Committee shall meet at least quarterly, and more frequently during the Hawaii legislative session.
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Data (Survey) Committee
The Data (Survey) Committee is responsible for designing, administering, and analyzing surveys and other data collection efforts that inform the SILC’s understanding of community needs, guide SPIL development, and measure the effectiveness of the Independent Living Network. The Committee ensures that data-driven decision-making is at the core of the SILC’s work. The Data (Survey) Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently during survey development, administration, or analysis periods.
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Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee
The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee ensures that people with disabilities in Hawaii are fully included in all phases of emergency management—mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Hawaii’s unique geography and exposure to natural hazards including hurricanes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, flooding, wildfires, and earthquakes make disability-inclusive emergency planning essential. The Committee works to eliminate barriers that prevent people with disabilities from receiving timely warnings, accessing shelters, obtaining necessary supplies and services, and recovering from disasters on an equal basis with others. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee shall meet at least quarterly, and more frequently during active disaster events or emergency planning periods.
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Engagement Committee
The Engagement Committee is responsible for recruiting, vetting, and orienting new Council members, as well as fostering ongoing member engagement and community participation. The Committee ensures that the SILC’s membership reflects the diversity of Hawaii’s disability community and meets the composition requirements of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended by WIOA. The Engagement Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently as needed, particularly during recruitment and nomination periods.
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Executive Committee
The Executive Committee serves as the governing body of the Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii (SILC) between regular Council meetings. It provides strategic oversight, ensures continuity of operations, and acts on behalf of the full Council on urgent matters that cannot wait until the next scheduled meeting. The Executive Committee also supervises the Executive Director and coordinates the work of all standing committees. The Executive Committee shall meet at least monthly, or more frequently as needed.
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Finance Committee
The Finance Committee provides financial oversight for the SILC, ensuring that the Council’s financial resources are managed responsibly, transparently, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and organizational requirements. The Committee supports the Treasurer and Executive Director in maintaining the fiscal health of the organization and works to ensure that financial practices align with the SILC’s mission. The Finance Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently as needed, particularly during budget development and audit periods.
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Policies and Procedures Committee
The Policies and Procedures Committee is responsible for developing, reviewing, and maintaining the SILC’s policies, procedures, and governance documents. This includes the Bylaws, the Policies and Procedures Manual, and any other governance-related documents. The Committee ensures that the SILC operates in compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements and adheres to best practices in nonprofit governance. The Policies and Procedures Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently as needed during policy development periods.
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State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Committee
The SPIL Committee is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The SPIL is the strategic roadmap for the Independent Living Network in Hawaii, developed in partnership with Centers for Independent Living (CILs) and the Designated State Entity (DSE). This Committee ensures the SPIL reflects the needs and priorities of people with disabilities across all Hawaiian Islands. The SPIL Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently during SPIL development or amendment periods.
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Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee addresses one of the most significant barriers to independent living for people with disabilities in Hawaii: accessible and reliable transportation. The Committee works to identify transportation challenges, advocate for improvements, and collaborate with public and private transportation providers to ensure that people with disabilities have equitable access to transportation across all islands. The Transportation Committee shall meet at least quarterly, or more frequently as needed.
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