Why Advocacy Is Not a Popularity Contest

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Why Advocacy Is Not a Popularity Contest

As kids head back to school, many parents and caregivers will be rolling up their sleeves and advocating for the supports their child needs and deserves. While some of us are seasoned veterans when it comes to advocacy, I know it doesn’t come easy to everyone.

Advocating for your child, or any child, can be frustrating, lonely and overwhelming. It can also cause friction with family members, educators and even friends.

Here’s the thing – advocacy is not a popularity contest.

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Why Will Smith Has it Wrong, Violence ≠ Advocacy

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Why Will Smith Has it Wrong, Violence ≠ Advocacy

Like millions of people around the world, I gasped when Will Smith got on the stage during the Academy Awards and slapped Chris Rock across the face. This after Chris Rock made fun of Jada Pinkett Smith’s medical condition - alopecia.

But reacting with violence does not equal advocacy. Rather, it distracts from the real conversation - understanding and accepting a medical condition or disability.

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The Power of Advocating from the Heart

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The Power of Advocating from the Heart

Your lived experience matters – a lot! By embracing this experience, you can make a heart connection, which is the most powerful connection of all.

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Why Advocacy is Important in Education

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Why Advocacy is Important in Education

It can be frustrating and overwhelming to have ongoing battles to get your child the support they need in school. But it’s important you keep fighting - because if you don’t fight for your child, no one else will.

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