Advocacy

Self-Advocacy

Self-advocacy means speaking up for yourself, asking for what you need, and finding ways to work together with others to get things done. It’s about knowing your rights, understanding your responsibilities, and seeking information when you need it. Making choices is a big part of self-advocacy, especially when you’re thinking about finding a job in the community. Explore the resources below to strengthen your self-advocacy skills and empower your choices.

How Can I Be A Self-Advocate?

Ohio’s Community Life Guide will help you find community employment, move forward on your Path to Employment, and help you stay safe. The Job Seekers Guide includes a module on being a self-advocate.

Career Pathways Toolkit - Self-Advocacy

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) created a Career Pathways Toolkit including a section with tips for advocating for yourself and the support you need in the workplace.

Charting the LifeCourse - Daily Life and Employment

Getting a job or career doesn’t just happen – it takes some planning. These Charting the LifeCourse tools will help have conversations, explore the vision, and plan the life experiences and supports to make it happen.

Steps Toward Independence and Responsibility (Project STIR)

Project STIR™ is a training program for self-advocates designed to provide people with disabilities with the tools to advocate for themselves, work with others in advocacy and gain leadership experiences.

Why Employment Matters

A resource guide by and for self-advocates interested in pursuing competitive, integrated employment.

Self-Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center

Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center (SARTAC) supports self-advocacy organizations to grow in diversity and leadership.