WILMINGTON – The disAbility Resource Center (dRC) is looking for new board members.
Individuals who self-identify with a disability and are passionate about creating opportunities for people with disabilities, especially for equal access and inclusion, are welcome to apply. The dRC provides free services to people of all ages with disabilities of all kinds. The majority of the staff and board also are people with disabilities who understand of the obstacles that people with disabilities deal with.
The dRC offers a range of services — such as helping individuals with disability benefits, using technology to understand work, school, and community independence, and providing resources to specialized organizations/businesses to meet each individual’s needs. The center is also very determined to advocate for affordable and accessible housing, support young adults during high school and adulthood transitions, maintain peer support, educate individuals on independent living skills, and encourage people with disabilities to be a part of their community in a meaningful way.
Ideally, the dRC is searching for an applicant who has personal life experience living with a disability. Individuals who are involved with the community/county and/or have experience in human resources, marketing, donor cultivation, special event planning, real estate or property management, or a human services field would be a great fit. Previous NPO board experience is preferred.
Individuals who are minorities or part of an unserved/underserved community are encouraged to apply as well. The dRC supports people with disabilities in Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, Onslow and Pender Counties.
The dRC Board of Directors meet on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Meetings can be attended in person or remotely with the hybrid board meetings.
More information and an application to apply for the volunteer position can be obtained by emailing gloria.garton@drc-cil.org.
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