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Self-Advocacy

Self-advocacy is a huge part of advocacy. As your child grows (or you grow!) it's important to guide them toward self-advocacy if possible/realistic for them!

 Self-advocacy instruction can include:

  • Learning how to request accommodations, or services and supports;

  • Mentoring with educational staff such as principals, nurses, teachers, or office staff;

  • Learning about personal rights and responsibilities;

  • Peer mentoring from individuals with disabilities working in competitive integrated employment; and

  • Participating in youth leadership activities offered in educational or community settings.

Self-advocacy is also an immense part of independence, so as your child grows in independence, start thinking of ways to introduce these self-advocacy instructions at the same time!

General Advocacy

When advocating for your child, friend, family member, or yourself, it can be easy to become angry, emotional, and irritated -- and rightfully so! I (and a lot of us) have been there. However, in order to most effectively advocate, it is crucial to remain calm and concise. To get your point across most efficiently, try to put the heavy emotions aside (I know, easier said than done). This is one of the most powerful pieces of advocacy advice, as advocating in this way is immensely powerful and WILL make change! 

LEgal Advocacy

In the case that you need legal advocacy support, here are some local resources which may help you:

  • Ben Small - Local Disability Attorney (Website Link)

    • Email: bsmall@duluthdisabilityattorney.com 

    • Phone: 1-218-724-9453 

    • Ben helps clients nagivate the Social Security process as pertaining to those with disabilities. 

  • Justice North

  • Accessia Health (Medical Advocacy)

  • If you believe that you or someone else was discriminated against based on a disability, you can file an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complaint against:

  • a state government or local government, such as a:

    • public hospital

    • public school

    • other state or local government program

  • a private business that serves the public, such as a:

    • restaurant

    • doctor’s office

    • shop

    • hotel

    • Link to file a complaint

Created by Sophie Haug Email: shaug8737@gmail.com

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