Why are advocates needed

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, advocacy is:. What does advocacy really mean in daily life? And why would someone need the services of a paid advocate? Most adults advocate for themselves and their loved ones without really being aware they are doing it. Yet, when advocacy is lacking, you are risking undesirable outcomes for yourself or for your loved one.

Older family members traditionally depend on loved ones to stand in as their advocates as they get older. If you feel that your human rights have been violated, you can file a complaint. Find more information on Trans Rights BC. If you would like a referral to a lawyer, please Contact Us. All Rights Reserved. Advocacy means supporting an individual or a group in getting what they need.

Kinds of Advocate. Who Can Be an Advocate? Self-advocates People who represent themselves Sometimes self-advocates act completely on their own, and sometimes they get help from other people to make it possible to be self-represented. Informal advocates Friends, family members, other people with no special training in advocacy Informal advocates are people you trust them to help you.

Community advocates People who act as your formal advocate Community advocates are not professional advocates, but they have experience advocating for other people, and sometimes have specialized advocacy training.

Professional advocates Licensed professionals who have formal training in advocacy social workers, lawyers, etc. Advocacy tips Trans Care BC has a self-advocacy guide related to medical care and navigating medical systems.

Here are nine tips for becoming a good advocate. Be clear Try to understand both the big picture and the details, and how they fit together. Treat everyone in the way that you want to be treated — with respect and dignity.

Be clear on what you are trying to achieve and what is most important. Contact social services at your local council and ask about advocacy services. Find your local social services. POhWER is a charity that helps people to be involved in decisions being made about their care. The Advocacy People gives advocacy support.

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