Renewing Trust Through Inclusion

Dr. Pineda is uniquely positioned to steer CIL toward a future where every individual is empowered, and every voice is heard. Dr. Pineda's vision integrates the historical context of the Independent Living and Disability Rights Movements with a commitment to inclusion and accessibility, focusing on renewing trust and building strategic partnerships that bridge gaps and foster deeper community connections. At the core of his leadership is a commitment to community-centered initiatives, collaboration, and innovation.
Dr. Pineda, an adjunct professor and alum of the University of California, Berkeley, has a deep and personal connection to the Independent Living Movement, which originated on the very same campus. This relationship is further enriched by his long-standing friendship with the late Judith Heumann, CIL's founder and a pioneer of the Disability Rights Movement.
Join Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda and CIL for a series of town-halls to craft a blueprint for a future where disability rights are human rights, and independence is accessible to all. As the first independent living center in the country, CIL continues to strengthen its legacy as a major influencer in policy, advocacy, and research on disability rights, both nationally and internationally.
Dr. Pineda and CIL will spearhead a series of dialogues and workshops aimed at reimagining inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment across sectors, including emerging technologies, mobility, housing, employment, and vocational rehabilitation. These initiatives are designed to foster community development, create synergies with local governments and private companies, and lead the change needed to build a future that allows each person to thrive equally.
For more information about Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda's appointment and CIL's future initiatives, please contact:
Nagisa Smalheiser
Media & Comms Manager
Center for Independent Living
[e-mail]
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