EPISODE · Jan 10, 2026 · 26 MIN
The Virgin Islands Association for Independent Living - Episode 73 with Monique Butte
from Ability Radio · host Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands
In this episode, Amelia Headly-LaMont speaks with Monique Bute, Director of the Virgin Islands Association for Independent Living (Center for Independent Living), about the independent living movement and the center’s mission to promote civil rights and independence for people with disabilities. They outline the center’s five core services—advocacy, independent living skills training, information and referrals, peer support/peer counseling/mentorship, and transition services from school or institutions—give real examples of peer support and accessible accommodations and emphasize person-first language and equal access. Services are generally free; the center hosts regular mutual-aid MASH meetings and welcomes volunteers. Contact: St. Thomas 340-777-4978, St. Croix 340-778-7992, email [email protected], website independentlivingvi.org.
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Monique Bute, Director of the Virgin Islands Association for Independent Living (Center for Independent Living), about the independent living movement and the center’s mission to promote civil rights and independence for people with disabilities.
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