Academic Freedom and Advocacy Efforts in Texas Higher Education
Academic freedom, a core principle in higher education, is championed by organizations like the AAUP. Recent advocacy efforts in Texas, led by groups like the Texas AAUP Conference, have resulted in legislative changes impacting faculty rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Collabora
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Advocacy for Ensuring Independence and Rights in Meath/Louth Region
Advocacy is essential to support individuals facing challenges to their independence and rights, such as those with disabilities, communication difficulties, or vulnerable to exploitation. Independent Advocacy in Meath/Louth, represented by Maureen Finlay, ensures unbiased assistance and empowerment
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Advocacy Strategy Template
This template provides a structured approach to developing advocacy strategies with multiple goals. It includes sections for outlining overarching advocacy goals, specific objectives, primary and secondary targets, partners, allies, opponents, tactics, and more for each advocacy goal. The template e
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Self-Advocacy, Communication, and Research
Explore the essence of self-advocacy, communication, and research in this training module. Learn to articulate your needs effectively, acquire self-advocacy skills, and identify various settings where self-advocacy is crucial. Engage in activities to assess your self-advocacy skills and reflect on h
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Enfield Advocacy Services Overview
Enfield Advocacy Services, provided by POhWER, offer various advocacy programs including Independent Care Act Advocacy (ICAA), Independent Health Complaints Advocacy (IHCA), and Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) among others. The services aim to support individuals in understanding and par
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Understanding Policy Advocacy Monitoring and Evaluation
Develop a monitoring and evaluation plan to track progress, measure success, and guide decision-making for policy advocacy efforts. Monitoring involves collecting and analyzing project data to track implementation and progress towards objectives, while evaluation focuses on assessing program outcome
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Integrating Harm Reduction and Sexual & Reproductive Health Advocacy
This module focuses on advocating for the sexual and reproductive health rights of women and gender non-conforming individuals who use drugs. It covers identifying barriers, setting advocacy goals, understanding advocacy elements, and implementing advocacy strategies to create a more enabling enviro
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Grassroots Advocacy: Empowering Change Through Citizen-Based Activism
Grassroots Advocacy 101 provides insights into the importance of advocacy, various advocacy tactics, and the ways to engage in policy change effectively. It emphasizes the significance of grassroots efforts in influencing policy decisions, engaging with elected officials, and making a meaningful imp
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Disability Rights Ohio 101: Advocacy for Kids with Disabilities
Disability Rights Ohio (DRO) is a non-profit organization advocating for the human, civil, and legal rights of people with disabilities in Ohio. Their team provides advocacy services, information and referral, self-advocacy assistance, and legal advocacy services, including for special education stu
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Franco-Gonzalez Litigation and Advocacy Timeline
The Franco-Gonzalez litigation timeline outlines efforts to provide legal representation and protections for individuals with serious mental disorders in detention or removal proceedings within the U.S. The case involves creating competency determination systems, advocating under the Rehabilitation
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Nutrition Advocacy in Humanitarian Contexts: GNC Advocacy Insights
Explore the strategic framework of Nutrition Cluster Advocacy, focusing on influencing policies for improving nutrition in emergencies. Learn about the Global Nutrition Commitments and key initiatives driving action to address malnutrition. Discover the GNC Advocacy Toolkit designed to support Nutri
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Advocacy and Capacity Development in Research4Life
Research4Life is a public-private partnership offering programs to enhance access to scientific knowledge. The Advocacy Toolkit emphasizes the importance of advocacy in influencing decision-makers and stakeholders. It provides strategies for successful advocacy, including identifying challenges, set
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Understanding the National Approach to Statutory Advocacy for Children and Young People
Exploring the significance of the National Approach to Statutory Advocacy for Children and Young People, this content delves into the role of advocates, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the fundamental principles guiding statutory advocacy. Learn about different types of advocacy, u
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Managing Gender-Based Violence Programmes in Emergencies: Advocacy Strategies
Explore the role of advocacy in managing gender-based violence programmes in emergencies, including identifying advocacy roles, ethical considerations, and different levels of advocacy. Learn about building advocacy strategies at various levels and how these intersect with the responsibilities of a
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Overview of Summary Court Advocacy and Procedures
Introduction to the key aspects of summary court advocacy, including types of cases handled, basic protocols, courtroom etiquette, advocacy tips, and the importance of preparation and knowledge of relevant laws. The guide covers court procedures, dress code, opening and closing court protocols, and
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Maximizing Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: Insights and Advocacy Efforts
Explore the journey of spinal cord injury rehabilitation, challenges faced, and advocacy efforts by organizations like United Spinal Association. The impact of sudden onset spinal cord injuries on various aspects of life is highlighted, along with the importance of support and legislative advocacy.
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Understanding Policy Advocacy and Integrated Behavioral Care
Learn about the role of social workers in policy formation and implementation within integrated behavioral health models. Discover advocacy skills for supporting vulnerable populations in improving their living situations and accessing resources. Understand the differences between advocacy, lobbying
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Advocacy Strategy Development for Nutrition Cluster in Yemen
Amidst the challenges in Yemen, the Nutrition Cluster advocacy efforts focused on developing a comprehensive strategy to address nutritional needs of the affected population. The process involved partner identification, stakeholder engagement, strategy development, and implementation planning. The a
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Strategic Advocacy Approaches for Sectoral Development in Ghana
This outline details advocacy activities in Ghana's CREW project, emphasizing evidence-based outcomes, stakeholder mapping, and engagement in key sectors like bus transportation and maize farming. It highlights the importance of linking evidence with advocacy, targeting outcomes, identifying stakeho
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Advocacy Services in Surrey: Empowering Individuals in Need
Advocacy services in Surrey, provided by www.pohwer.net/surrey, offer Instructed Care Act Advocacy (CAA), Instructed Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA), and Instructed Non-Statutory Discretionary Advocacy. These services aim to support individuals who have substantial difficulty in understand
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Pediatric Dentistry Advocacy Initiatives in Virginia
Key players and organizations in the community, including Dr. Patrice B. Wunsch, DDS, MD, are actively involved in outreach efforts at the state and national levels to advocate for pediatric dentistry in Virginia. Initiatives range from lobbying for Medicaid deferment options and expansion to addres
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Leveraging Census Data for Effective Redistricting Advocacy
Utilize challenged census data to strengthen your redistricting advocacy by considering alternative datasets, such as self-response rates and tribal enrollment figures. Understanding population disparities and deviation considerations is crucial for effective advocacy efforts. Presenting additional
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Interactive Human Rights and Self-Advocacy Game
Engage in a fun and educational game focused on human rights and self-advocacy. Test your knowledge with questions and answers, learn about self-advocacy principles, and explore famous quotes. Enhance your understanding of self-advocacy and empower yourself to speak up for your rights.
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Effective Advocacy Strategies for Community Health Workers
Learn about types of advocacy, how to advocate effectively, and the importance of advocacy in community health work. Explore different advocacy settings, understand the meaning of advocacy, and discover key questions and strategies for effective advocacy. Equip yourself with the knowledge to support
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National Advocacy Service for People with Disabilities: Empowering Choices and Inclusion
The National Advocacy Service (NAS) for People with Disabilities in Ireland, established in 2011, aims to empower individuals with disabilities, ensuring they have equal opportunities and choices in life. With a statutory function to provide advocacy, NAS focuses on principles such as empowerment, i
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Update on Local Control Legislation and Advocacy Efforts
The Texas Municipal League (TML) recently provided an update on local control legislation, highlighting key discussions and outcomes. The presentation included details on bills introduced and passed over the years, focusing on city-related legislation. It also covered successful advocacy efforts by
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Disability Data Advocacy Workshop for Organizations of Persons with Disabilities
Explore the comprehensive Disability Data Advocacy Workshop covering various sessions focusing on advocacy, data collection, evidence development, and engagement in national dialogues using data. The workshop aims to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills for effective disability dat
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Importance of Grassroots Advocacy in Community Support Programs
Grassroots advocacy, led by organizations like LaCAN, plays a crucial role in advocating for community and family support programs. Through initiatives like Act 378 and Act 481, LaCAN has successfully enabled thousands of individuals to access waivers, funds, and supports for persons with developmen
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DFW Advocacy Chapter with RESULTS October Webinar Highlights
Explore the engaging highlights from the DFW Advocacy Chapter with RESULTS October Webinar, covering topics like COVID-19, engaging with congressional candidates, and advancing advocacy efforts for global gender equality. Join this inspiring community and learn how to make a meaningful impact as an
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Innovative Practices in Ombudsman Training for Person-Centered Care
Incorporating person-centered care principles in ombudsman training is vital for enhancing the quality of long-term care services. This webinar held on October 24, 2012, discussed the application and implementation of innovative practices from state programs to advocate for quality care, resident ri
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Advocacy Opportunities for SRH/FP in the Context of the SDGs
Exploring the advocacy opportunities for Sexual and Reproductive Health/Family Planning within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the 2030 Agenda. The content discusses the integration of SRH/FP into Goal 3 of the SDGs, focusing on ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-
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District/LLG-Level Nutrition Advocacy Planning Workshop: Day 1 Highlights
Welcome to the District/LLG-Level Nutrition Advocacy Planning Workshop Day 1. Join us as we discuss the purpose of the workshop, engage in introductions, delve into defining advocacy, share experiences, and explore the significance of advocacy in nutrition now. Participants will also set expectation
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Understanding Organic Acidemia Advocacy: The Monaco Family Story
Jana Monaco, an Advocacy Liaison for the Organic Acidemia Association, shares her family's journey with organic acid disorders. The Monaco family's experience highlights the importance of patient advocacy groups, patient engagement, and overcoming barriers in research studies. Through personal benef
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Disability Data Advocacy: Empowering OPDs with Official Data for Advocacy
This workshop session focuses on empowering Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) to advocate effectively using official data. It covers strategies for advocacy, creating strong data-based messages, and utilizing data to monitor progress and influence policy decisions. The importance of
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Understanding Advocacy: An Overview of Being an Advocate
Explore the concept of advocacy, learn how to act as an advocate effectively, identify alternative options when unable to advocate, and support others in having a voice through activities and exercises outlined in the session. Understand the types of advocacy, including formal, peer, and informal ad
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Influence of Irish Civil Society in HIV Advocacy and Policy
Discover the impactful work of HIV Ireland in community support, prevention, education, training, policy, and research. Explore how Irish civil society plays a significant role in advocating for human rights-based approaches in HIV policies, despite facing challenges like poor national mechanisms an
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DFW Advocacy Chapter Results August Webinar Summary
DFW Advocacy Chapter with RESULTS held a webinar on August 19, 2020, focusing on influencing decision-makers in Congress to impact women, girls, and children in poverty positively. The group aims to move congressional members up the advocacy scale and has ongoing campaigns related to maternal health
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Intersectionality in Disability Advocacy: Challenges and Opportunities
Explore the complexities of disability advocacy at the intersections of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC identities. Delve into lived experiences, core concepts, and potential tensions to enhance advocacy efforts. Address key issues like integration, reasonable accommodation, and the intersection of disability, HIV
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Campus Advocacy: Building Relationships and Best Practices
Explore how advocates employed by universities, including those housed on campus and contracted to provide advocacy services, play a crucial role in supporting students who have experienced sexual violence. Learn from panelists about different advocacy models and how campuses collaborate with organi
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Advocacy Strategies for WASH in Healthcare Facilities
Empower your advocacy efforts with tools and resources for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) in healthcare facilities. Learn about operational and governance advocacy, use the WASH in HCF Advocacy Toolkit, create advocacy goals, and target audiences effectively. Explore advocacy messaging, messe
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