SEAT
The Skills Empowerment and Advocacy Training (SEAT) is a training series developed and led by individuals with development disabilities to prepare others to serve on boards, work groups, advisory councils, and commissions. This advocacy training will include tips and tricks for public speaking and effective advocacy.
This training will support your learning and provide you with tools to take your rightful seat at the tables where decisions are made. As the true meaning of Nothing About Us Without Us indicates, being a part of decisions made at the local, state, and national level is vital. SEAT will provide training and tips to help you feel prepared to make sure that your contribution is included where decisions are made.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of boards, advisory groups, and commissions in shaping policy and community decisions.
- Build skills for effective self-advocacy and public speaking.
- Learn strategies for sharing lived experiences in professional and decision-making settings.
- Increase confidence to participate fully and meaningfully in group discussions and leadership roles.
- Gain tools to prepare for meetings and advocate for inclusive outcomes.
Attendee Requirements:
None
Session Details
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