Posts by Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance
Sexual Rights
The Illinois Self Advocacy Alliance advocates for sex education and plays a role in how this is provided to them. Self-advocates and The Alliance have been active members of the…
Read MoreSUPPORTED DECISION-MAKING FACT SHEET
“Everyone has the right to make decisions about their own lives.” Supported Decision-Making is a way for a person with a disability (PWD) to get the help they need with…
Read MoreLeadership Training
State and local self-advocacy groups spend many hours teaching how to advocate and be a leader. Maine and Illinois described how they create opportunities for leaders to become stronger. Click…
Read MoreSexual Rights Statement – Easy to Read
This Sexual Rights Statement was developed by the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission (GAC). It was developed using information from the World Health Organization (“A Time to Lead: A Roadmap for…
Read MoreThe Sex Education Act For People With Developmental Disabilities
Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance presentation: “Our Advocacy To Pass A New Law Called The Sex Education Act For People With Developmental Disabilities.” Illinois Public Act 101-0506 grants individuals receiving DD services…
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