ILR High Road Ithaca Fellowship
Finger Lakes Independence Center

ILR High Road New York is statewide program that aims to teach ILR students practical methods for civic & community engagement and engaged leadership. The High Road Ithaca Program offers students paid community engaged internships with partner organizations committed to social and environmental justice, diversity and equity, access and education in Ithaca and surrounding areas during the fall or spring semesters. Students work 5-10 hours a week and participate in critical reflection activities throughout the semester.

Finger Lakes Independent Center (FLIC) is a New York State Independent Living Center. They provide assistance and advocacy for people with disabilities. Its mission is to empower all people with disabilities while creating an inclusive society through the elimination of social and architectural barriers. They work with individuals on goals/needs they choose. They also advocate in the community, and at the state level, promote the rights of people with disabilities and to reduce/eliminate stigma around disability differences. 

The FLIC fellow will work on a draft of a procedural and policy handbook, staff handbook, and/or assist with policy research and management and other special projects. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of disability policies, lived experience or family with disabilities, strong interest in social justice, team-oriented and has ability to work independently. 

The FLIC office is located on 215 Fifth Street, Ithaca, NY.