Self Advocacy Introduction
The ability to communicate your needs and get support in different spaces is called
Self Advocacy
Bright lights trigger my migraines
examples may vary- I work best in a quiet environment.
Why would you self advocate at a job?
Examples can include:
identify your goals
develop your confidence
understand your role and value
True or False:
If you need accommodations to work, you won't be able to find a job.
False
True or False: Identifying the accomodation needed to successfully complete a task is self advocacy
True
My kids get out of school at 3:30
Ex- I can work days until 3:00.
Who do you go to when you have a question about a work task you have been assigned?
Examples can include:
manager
trainer
supervisor
etc
True or False:
Self Advocacy only applies at work.
False
True or false: Communication is an important part of self-advocacy
True
I can't always remember all the steps.
ex- I work better with step by step instructions.
You have trouble reaching the top windows when cleaning offices at your new job. What accommodation do you need?
Examples can include:
Long handle squeegee
Step stool
Stilts
True or False:
Self Advocacy is ongoing
True
True or False: Confidence is part of self advocacy.
True
I can't reach that.
Ex- I need a step stool to reach that.
You were hired at a tv station to do hair and makeup for newscasters. Your new supervisor keeps sending you to her house to walk her dog. Should you self advocate that this is not in your job description?
YES!
True or False:
I can self advocate at work by refusing to do tasks I don't like.
False. Advocacy applies to areas you need accommodations for success, not to get out of a task you don't like.
Give an example of self-advocacy in the workplace
examples may vary
ex- Can you show me how to do this?
Your manager asks you to shred some old paperwork. You don't like shredding, so you tell them no. Is this self advocacy? Why or why not?
No. There is a difference between something you are unable to do at work and something you just don't want to do.
True or False:
Fall is the best season of all.
True