Self Advocacy

What is self-advocacy?

• Making your own decisions.

• Speaking up for yourself.

• Getting information and help.

• All of the above.

Which of the following is an example of self advocacy?

• Completing all your work on your own.

• Going to class.

• Asking teachers and school counselors questions.

• Setting your alarm to wake up for school.

Which of the following is NOT an example of self-advocacy?

• Telling the teacher “I need a calculator for my math test.”

• Highlighting my notes will help me understand the material.

When self-advocating, you should...

• Speak up for yourself.

• Keep it inside and don't tell anyone.

You are sad because your friends are being mean. How should you ask for help.

• Can I go to the bathroom?

• Can I talk to the counselor?

• Can I listen to music?

• Can I talk to the coach?

How do you self-advocate at work?

• Quit your job.

• Gossip with co-workers.

• Talk to your boss.

• Don't say anything.

When you communicate your needs, you should speak with...

• Confidence and kindness.

• Anger.

• Fear.

• Calm and love.

Carlos is nervous about his science test. His teacher asks him how he's doing. How can he respond and advocate for himself?

• I'm fine.

• I need more help with the material.

• I want to give up.

• It's too hard.

If your friend is talking in class and you cannot hear the teacher, how do you advocate for yourself?

• Ask your friend to please be quiet.

• Talk with your friend.

• Ignore your friend and let him talk.

• Tell the teacher.

How can you advocate for yourself when the person is speaking too fast?

• Ask them, "Can you repeat it?"

• Smile.

• Laugh like it was a joke.

• Don't say anything.