Self-advocacy Workshop: Finding Your Voice
February 5 @ 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm
You’ve probably heard the word “Self-advocacy” before, but do you know what it is and how to do it?
Self-advocacy is expressing your needs and preferences in a way that ensures your voice is heard in the decisions that impact your life. An important first step to self-advocacy is understanding the barriers you face and the strengths you bring to each situation.
In this session, you will have the opportunity to practice everything you have learned to date. When you have an understanding of what’s important to you, you can communicate clearly, set boundaries, and confidently make decisions that align with your beliefs and goals.
This free, virtual workshop is hosted on Sinneave Connects, our online learning portal. Sinneave Connects is FREE, but you must register an account to use it.
If you already have a Connects account, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet, it’s easy! Click the button below that says “Sinneave Connects” to access the portal and follow these steps:
- Create a user name
- Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)
- Select “Register”
- Choose the Self-advocacy Workshop: Finding Your Voice – Feb. 5 course to access the virtual link.
This session is one of three drop-in workshops designed to provide Autistic and neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn about self-advocacy and practice skills essential to learning to speak up for yourself confidently. Each workshop covers different aspects of self-advocating and provides information, tips and strategies intended to help in day-to-day social situations.
As these sessions build on each other, attending all three is recommended, but not required.
If you have questions or if you need help navigating Sinneave Connects, email info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!
