Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. We celebrate inclusion and independence. We talk about amazing self-advocates. This year, our own James Meadours has an incredible story to share. He is celebrating 30 years of independent living! Tips for Success James has been a leader in the self-advocacy movement for many years. […]
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Celebrate Black History Month with a Special Playlist
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. […]
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!