Advocate
What does advocate mean?
To let someone know what you need.
What does it mean to self advocate?
The ability to speak-up for yourself and the things that are important to you.
When you are ending a conversation, what is one thing that you can say?
Talk to you later
What is another word for advocating?
- Self help
-Becoming independent
Why is it important to advocate for yourself?
YOU decide what you want then you ask someone in a polite, respectful tone for what you need.
If you are talking to somebody and have to go, when should you end the conversation?
When they are done talking! Do NOT interrupt people when they are talking.
Who is ONE person/animal that advocates for him self and explain why?
Students- when they need answers
Kids-When they want to stay out late, watch a special program, not participate in an activity...
What skill is important to have for self advocating?
-Speaking up for yourself
-Letting people know what you need
-Making your own decisions
-Listening and learning
Why is it important to be polite when asking for changes, ending conversations, or talking to people about other things?
It is professional and if you are polite and nice to talk to people will be excited to talk to you next time
How does advocating lead to success?
- You get what you need
- Making your voice heard
What do you ALWAYS need to include when you are asking for a change?
Why you need the change.
What is a kind way to advocate?
Good tone of voice, polite words, spread kindness, be kind at all times.
Name a type of advocacy
self-advocacy, individual advocacy, and advocacy for a cause.
Name ONE of the reasons we advocate for ourselves.
Knowing yourself, knowing your needs, and knowing how to get what you need.
How can you advocate for someone else?
Ask them what they need, be kind and suppport them.