Self-Advocacy Lesson 1

Self-Advocacy

“If you don´t ask then you will not

receive; thus, you will have

nothing.”

Understanding Self-Advocacy:
The Power of Asking for What
You Need

Speaking up for oneself and asking for

what is needed, no matter how small, is

self-advocacy. It gives individuals control

over their lives and sets the stage for

success.

Who’s in charge
of your future?

Speak up for yourself and make your voice

heard. Self-advocacy is crucial for success in

school, work, and relationships. Assert

yourself and take charge of your destiny.

Self-Care

Poor self-advocacy skills can impede learning

and success in school and the workplace.

Asking questions is an essential self-advocacy

skill and allows for social growth and learning.

People must be able to express their needs,

ask for help, and seek accommodations to

succeed. Without these skills, many students

struggle inside and outside school.

Self-Care

High schoolers need to learn how to self-advocate for their success, which

involves speaking up for oneself and asking for the help and resources needed

to succeed in the classroom and life. Effective self-advocacy includes seeking

support from teachers, guidance counselors, and other adults in the education

system. It also necessitates researching college and scholarship options and

learning how to manage time and prioritize tasks. Developing strong

self-advocacy skills is essential for high schoolers to be successful in the

classroom and beyond.

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Jane spends time with her friends and talking about fashion.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Billy tells his friend that he doesn't like it when his friend throws his trash on the ground.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Tonya tells her mother that she would like to obtain a job.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Teresa takes the dog for a walk because it is one of her chores.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Isabella asked if she could request an extension for the assignment.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? James asked if he could meet with the teacher during lunch break to discuss his grades.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Sofia asked if she could have extra practice materials for this topic.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Emma asked if they could choose a different topic for their group project.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Daniel asked Miguel if they could have a study group session after school.

• Yes

• No

Multiple Choice

Is the following an example of self-advocacy? Sophia asked if she could retake the test if she was not satisfied with her grade.

• Yes

• No

Open Ended

Explain and describe what it means to self-advocate.