Courtland Townes III is the Deputy Director of the Boston Center for Independent Living where he also managers BCIL’s PCA Program, ensuring that over 1300 consumers of personal care attendant services are able to effectively use the program so that they can maintain their independence. He is a leading voice in Massachusetts’ Statewide Personal Assistance Coalition and the PCA Improvement Work Group, ever seeking ways to make this vital program run more efficiently. Courtland is frequently sought out for his expertise by other advocates and providers. As a person with a disability and fierce advocate for the civil rights of all, Courtland remains committed to the philosophy of Independent Living and the provision of high quality services to the disability community.