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Self
advocates want the public to know who we are
and what we can do for our communities
Get
support for our goals toward community
living. This includes: businesses;
families; social workers; caregivers;
service providers; government; etc.
Advocating for our rights, equality, and
freedoms in our communities and around the
world
We want
to be leaders and role models so we can
teach: support in being a leader; courses on
leadership; safety / first aid; motivation
speaking; decision-making and informed
consent |
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To be respected
as a community citizen without labels
Communicate with
self advocates around the world through pen pals,
internet chats, e-mail, etc.
Education and
awareness on personal safety
Access to
information and technology supports
Access to
community advocacy services for information on:
laws, health care, Representation Agreements, wills
and estates, etc. |