Advocacy
& Leadership Training:
Partners in Policymaking
Advocates
for children with disabilities often neglect to forge alliances with
like-minded individuals in their own communities.
One way to get advocacy training is to participate in the Partners
in Policymaking program. Partners
in Policymaking programs teach participants how to network and
share resources.
Leadership
Training
Partners
in Policymaking provides leadership training for parents of children
with disabilities and people with disabilities. Participants attend
advocacy skill workshops, resource development, and leadership skills
training.
Sessions
take place over a period of several months so participants must be
willing to make a commitment of time, motivation and energy. Expenses
for training, lodging, meals and travel are provided through the program.
Overview
of Program
Partners
programs are available in most states and several countries. If you
have questions about your state's Partners' program, contact
Your State Coordinator
E-Learning:
Online Courses
"Making
Your Case" is a three-hour self-directed course on how to
communicate with public officials by effectively telling your story,
writing a letter, providing testimony, and communicating in positive
ways. Preview
this course and download registration information.
"Partners
in Employment" is a six hour self-directed course on how
to find a job, write a resume, participate in an interview, and plan
for your career.
Preview this course and download registration information.
