Self-Advocacy Knowledge Check

Self-advocacy is....

• The process of walking away from people that won't help.

• The ability to speak for yourself; you are able to ask for what you need.

• The ability to jump around.

• The process of getting angry because you are not being helped

You only self-advocate when you are by yourself or in one area of life.

• True

• False

What are some things to know before you start trying to advocate for yourself?

• Know how to make others angry and uncomfortable.

• Know your rights and have respect for others and yourself

• Know your opponent's weaknesses and behaviors.

• Know your limitations and when you cannot win

When is it a good time to be a self-advocate?

• Only if I have disabilities

• Only if I have an illness

• Always

• Never

You need to self-advocate with your

• Personal Life & Friends

• Job/School

• Health

• Professional in the Community

• All of the above