February is Black History Month! We celebrate Black leaders, history, and culture. We also honor Black self-advocates. They work hard to make the world better. They fight against the struggles of being Black and having a disability. They speak up for their rights and help others learn about self-advocacy. They show that everyone’s voice matters. […]
Author: Cynthia Burrow
Set Strong Boundaries with Our Video Playlist and Toolkits
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we have two new resources! Our staff has created a YouTube playlist about boundaries on the Self-Advocate Network channel. It includes great videos from many different people. They all talk about setting and keeping strong boundaries. This is one of the most challenging parts of having healthy relationships. Strong […]
Join Our LinkedIn Group to Build Your Network
Have you heard of LinkedIn? It’s a social media website. But instead of social connections, people connect around work. They find each other through LinkedIn groups. Here are some cool facts: People who work in many fields are on LinkedIn. They share posts about their work life. They share helpful resources. They even post and […]
New Year, New You: How to Set Strong Self-Advocacy Goals
The start of a new year is a great time to set goals. For self-advocates, setting goals can help you build the life you want. When you know what you want to achieve, it’s easier to make a plan to get there. In this blog post, we’ll share how to set self-advocacy goals that work […]
Check Out Our YouTube Channel
The Self-Advocate Network YouTube channel is packed with cool videos by and for self-advocates. We have videos about self-advocacy, independent living, mental health, work, and more. Check out this clip of a peer support specialist talking with her client about learning to cook. Visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel for even more great videos!