Advocacy in disability policy : parents and consumers as advocates

By: Cunconan - Lahr, Robin ; Brotherson, Mary Jane.
Series: Mental Retardation 34 (6) December 1996: 352-358.Publisher: 1996Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volume Subject(s): ADVOCACY PROGRAMMES | ADVOCACY | ADVOCATES | PARENT ADVOCACY | PARENT PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS | SELF ADVOCACYSummary: Advocacy for change, which stems from commitment and vision, should be a collaborative process among parents and consumers in partnership with professionals. Using surveys, interactive focus groups, and telephone interviews, we explored the concept and activities of advocacy experienced by parents and individuals with disabilities. Participants were identified through and advocacy and leadership training program, Partners in Policymaking. Advocacy activities and supports and barriers to successful advocacy both for parents and consumers were identified. Suggestions for further research and action were proposed. [AJ].
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Advocacy for change, which stems from commitment and vision, should be a collaborative process among parents and consumers in partnership with professionals. Using surveys, interactive focus groups, and telephone interviews, we explored the concept and activities of advocacy experienced by parents and individuals with disabilities. Participants were identified through and advocacy and leadership training program, Partners in Policymaking. Advocacy activities and supports and barriers to successful advocacy both for parents and consumers were identified. Suggestions for further research and action were proposed. [AJ].

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