Self-Advocacy Terms
The desire and ability to direct your own life and be the person you want to be.
self-advocacy
Something that is private.
confidential
Which officer does this job?
knows how to count, add, and subtract money (with or without reasonable accommodations)
keep a book on how much money there is, how much has been spent, and how much has been made
give their financial report upon request
Treasurer
True or False:
Everyone needs help with things sometimes.
True
Something that makes it easier to do something.
accommodation
When you tell someone something that they don't know about yourself, such as having a disability or other protected health information.
disclosure
Which officer does this job?
helps the president make decisions
helps the president when they ask for help
steps into the president role if the president is unable to fulfill their duties
should have leadership skills and a desire to be helpful
Vice President
What communication style is this?
You communicate with bullying, attacks, threats, or loud volume on purpose.
a) aggressive
b) assertive
c) passive
a) aggressive
Having the ability to find and use information or resources in an efficient manner.
accessibility
A type of disability that someone can easily see. Someone that uses mobility aids is an example.
visible disability
Which officer does this job?
knows how to read and write (or type) clearly
takes notes during officer meetings
leads officer meetings when there is no President or Vice President
Secretary
What communication style is this?
You want to express your opinion about something, but instead you are quiet and unresponsive. Your feelings might be hurt, but you do not express this.
a) aggressive
b) assertive
c) passive
c) passive
Prejudiced or unfair outlook, actions, or treatment against a person (or group of people) based on their disability, race, gender, sexuality, or other identifiers.
discrimination
A type of disability that a person cannot easily see. A mental condition is an example.
hidden or invisible disability
Which officer does this job?
run each officer meeting
help plan the agenda for future officer meetings
lead voting when the group needs to vote on something
should have strong leadership skills
President
What communication style is this?
You communicate firmly, boldly, and with purpose and determination. You are not trying to disrespect anyone else.
a) aggressive
b) assertive
c) passive
b) assertive
Knowing what you want, what you do well, and what you might need support for.
self-determination
1. A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
2. A record of such impairment.
3. A perception of others as having an impairment.
disability (as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act)
What is the Student Self-Advocates mission statement?
We are transition-age students with disabilities seeking to empower one another, educate peers, and enact change in our community.
Which of these things do self-advocates do? Pick all of the correct answers.
a) speak up and speak out for their rights
b) learn and use the skills to understand and communicate their needs to others
c) use their disabilities as an excuse to avoid responsibility
d) recognize and meet their needs with respect for themselves and others
e) use their disabilities as a reason to bully others
a, b, and d are correct