Advocacy Basics
What is the word for a person who advocates?
Advocate
What is one correct way to report unsafe conditions at school?
Tell a trusted adult
What is it called when you listen without interrupting?
Active listening
True or False: You can ask your doctor to explain something again.
True
If you tell a teacher someone is being bullied, what are you doing?
Advocating for others
What do we call the act of speaking up for yourself?
Self-advocacy
If you ask a doctor about your test results, what are you doing?
Advocating for your health
What kind of statement is this: “I feel upset when my ideas are ignored”?
“I” statement
What right protects your personal medical information?
HIPAA
What is the act of creating posters about healthy eating?
Advocacy through education
What does it mean to advocate?
To speak or act in support of something.
What is the first step to start a school petition?
Write a clear request or proposal
Which tone of voice shows advocacy: A calm tone or yelling?
Both
Who can you talk to at school about health concerns?
School nurse
What is the correct term for speaking to a group about mental health?
Public speaking
What is the main goal of advocacy?
To create positive change
Which method is most direct: writing a petition or ignoring the issue?
Writing a petition
What does it mean to make eye contact when speaking?
Showing attentiveness and confidence
What document must be signed before a medical procedure?
Consent form
What is the name for an organized event to raise awareness?
Campaign
What part of speech is the word "advocate" in the sentence: “I advocate for clean water”?
Verb
If a student designs a flyer to stop vaping, what kind of advocacy is this?
Health advocacy
What type of communication is confident and respectful?
Assertive
What is one responsibility you have at a doctor’s visit?
Answer questions honestly
If you start a recycling program at school, what type of advocacy is it?
Environmental advocacy