Advocacy Terms 101
The desire and ability to direct your own life and be the person you want to be.
self-advocacy
Something that is private.
confidential
True or False:
Everyone needs help with things sometimes.
True
Synonyms for Advocacy
What are Advocacy counseling, Social action, Social Justice?
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
What communication style is this?
You communicate with bullying, attacks, threats, or loud volume on purpose.
a) aggressive
b) assertive
c) passive
a) aggressive
The act of ______ up or taking _____ to make environmental changes on behalf of clients.
What are speaking and action?
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
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
This is a problem-solving strategy used when two people have different opinions about a situation and find a solution that works for both of them.
What is compromise?
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
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
This is the age at which a person's brain has fully developed.
What is 26?
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)
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
The goal of advocacy
What is helping students challenge institutional and social barriers that are impediments to academic, career or personal social development?