Teaching Our Children to Become Self Advocates

• 2020

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• Wendy Vance

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This webinar is about teaching children with disabilities to be self-advocates. It explains the importance of self-advocacy, which means speaking up for oneself and making personal decisions. It describes effective strategies like being polite, knowing your rights, and planning ahead. The Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people understand their rights under laws like the Rehabilitation Act and ADA. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act supports youth in transitioning from school to work or further education. Overall, it encourages empowerment through advocacy for a better future for individuals with disabilities.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Families & Children; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Patient Advocacy; Disabled Children; Blindness

Institutions: Disability Rights Florida

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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