Document Type
Fact Sheet
Publisher
RTC:Rural
Publication Date
5-2026
Disciplines
Demography, Population, and Ecology | Social and Behavioral Sciences | Sociology
Abstract
In October 2025, RTC:Rural staff hosted a roundtable session in Portland, OR, at the annual APRIL (Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living) Conference. The session, Collaborating for Rural Outreach and Assessing the Resource and Training Needs of Rural CIL Staff and Consumers, provided participants with the opportunity to inform future research, training, and development projects and build partnerships for future collaborations.This factsheet provides a synthesized synopsis of the roundtable discussions.
Keywords
rural, disability, independent living, centers for independent living, disability training
Rights
© 2026 RTC:Rural
Granting Agency
National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR)
Acknowledgement
This publication was developed with funding from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR grant number 90RTCP0007). NIDILRR is a Center within the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents do not necessarily represent the policy of NIDILRR, ACL, or HHS, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.
Project Number
90DPKT0007
Recommended Citation
Gutierrez, J. & Santore, L. (May 2026). Seats at the Roundtable: Guidance on the Training and Resource Priorities of Rural CILs. The Rural Institute on Inclusive Communities, University of Montana. Missoula, MT. Retrieved from: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/ruralinst_independent_living_community_participation/111