Articles related to "Advocacy"
More About Me: Why I believe the Disabled must become their own Advocates
brain damaged • tbi • traumatic brain injury • advocacy • self-advocacy
brain damaged • tbi • traumatic brain injury • advocacy • self-advocacy
<b>Mental Health Advocacy</b>
This article is about mental health advocacy. It briefly explains the mental health stigma, and why so many people have problems finding the help they need. There is a list of advocacy and education organizations that fight for patient's rights, as well as some hotlines. Links to follow.
mental health • mental illness • advocacy • patient rights • psychiatry
This article is about mental health advocacy. It briefly explains the mental health stigma, and why so many people have problems finding the help they need. There is a list of advocacy and education organizations that fight for patient's rights, as well as some hotlines. Links to follow.
mental health • mental illness • advocacy • patient rights • psychiatry
Advocacy -- What Can We Do?
What can one person do to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and make mental health care more available in our society?
ocd • obsessive-compulsive disorder • advocacy • advocate • stigma
What can one person do to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness and make mental health care more available in our society?
ocd • obsessive-compulsive disorder • advocacy • advocate • stigma
Autism Speaks Promotes Advocacy
Autism Speaks is one of the United States' leading organizations dedicated to raising autism awareness and funding autism research projects.
autism speaks • walk now for autism • suzanne wright • bob wright • katie wright
Autism Speaks is one of the United States' leading organizations dedicated to raising autism awareness and funding autism research projects.
autism speaks • walk now for autism • suzanne wright • bob wright • katie wright
Parent as Gifted Advocate:
Gifted advocacy requires preparation. Try these steps to stay in control while advocating for the rights of your gifted child.
advocacy • parent as advocate • gifted advocacy • rights of gifted • gifted identification
Gifted advocacy requires preparation. Try these steps to stay in control while advocating for the rights of your gifted child.
advocacy • parent as advocate • gifted advocacy • rights of gifted • gifted identification
People Like Us
The most effective therapy may be those around us, people who have been though what we have been through, people like us.
mental health • depression • advocacy • consumer movement • survivor movement
The most effective therapy may be those around us, people who have been though what we have been through, people like us.
mental health • depression • advocacy • consumer movement • survivor movement
Tasha, My Best Friend
Pet Parade Event: This article is not about caregiving. It is for Pet Memorial Month which is in September. In memory of my loving best friend Tasha, I would like to share our story with you.
pet memorial month • pet parade • animal advocacy • pet memorials • pet tributes
Pet Parade Event: This article is not about caregiving. It is for Pet Memorial Month which is in September. In memory of my loving best friend Tasha, I would like to share our story with you.
pet memorial month • pet parade • animal advocacy • pet memorials • pet tributes
The Story Of Ted Bergeron
The personal story of an exceptional man who has enriched the lives of those with epilepsy
health • support • advocacy • epilepsy • ted bergeron
The personal story of an exceptional man who has enriched the lives of those with epilepsy
health • support • advocacy • epilepsy • ted bergeron
Two Tragedies - Zero Accomplished
He begged for treatment, which they refused. Then the legislature turned around and passed a law calling for forced measures to treatment he may still have no access to. Confused? Read on.
depression • mental health • mental health advocacy • advocacy • mental health rights
He begged for treatment, which they refused. Then the legislature turned around and passed a law calling for forced measures to treatment he may still have no access to. Confused? Read on.
depression • mental health • mental health advocacy • advocacy • mental health rights
Pro-Choice
Essay supporting Proposition 226 in California.
proposition 226 • communications workers of america versus beck • political contributions
Essay supporting Proposition 226 in California.
proposition 226 • communications workers of america versus beck • political contributions
Breastfeeding in Public Without Fear
For some new moms, the idea of nursing in public can be daunting. Educating yourself is the key to alleviating those fears.
breastfeeding in public • nursing in public • legislation protecting breastfeeding • breastfeeding discreetly • responding to criticism about breastfeeding
For some new moms, the idea of nursing in public can be daunting. Educating yourself is the key to alleviating those fears.
breastfeeding in public • nursing in public • legislation protecting breastfeeding • breastfeeding discreetly • responding to criticism about breastfeeding
Homeschool Activism
Independent learning, requires proactive living. As a home educator, it's more important than ever to be able to speak out on your own behalf.
homeschool activism • homeschool advocacy • writing legislators • calling legislators • homeschool laws
Independent learning, requires proactive living. As a home educator, it's more important than ever to be able to speak out on your own behalf.
homeschool activism • homeschool advocacy • writing legislators • calling legislators • homeschool laws
How to Fix the Mortgage Industry
A recent report order by the Ford Foundation found some unsettling trends and practices in the mortgage industry. Find out how you can avoid these pitfalls.
mortgage loan • consumer mortgage advocacy • refinance • complexity of mortgage pricing • mortgage industry
A recent report order by the Ford Foundation found some unsettling trends and practices in the mortgage industry. Find out how you can avoid these pitfalls.
mortgage loan • consumer mortgage advocacy • refinance • complexity of mortgage pricing • mortgage industry
Roberts Life with Epilepsy
This is the story of Robert White, written in his own words. He shares his trials and ways of overcoming his seizure disorder.
seizure disorders • disabilities • advocacy. conditions.
This is the story of Robert White, written in his own words. He shares his trials and ways of overcoming his seizure disorder.
seizure disorders • disabilities • advocacy. conditions.
Volunteering with/for Animals
In honor of Suite 101's Pet Parade event, this week's article features links to different animal-related volunteering opportunities.
animals • dogs • horses • seeing eye dog • guide dog
In honor of Suite 101's Pet Parade event, this week's article features links to different animal-related volunteering opportunities.
animals • dogs • horses • seeing eye dog • guide dog
INFACT Canada
Learn More about this non-profit, non-governmental organization that actively promotes breastfeeding to ensure better mother/baby health in Canada and across the world.
breastfeeding • canada
Learn More about this non-profit, non-governmental organization that actively promotes breastfeeding to ensure better mother/baby health in Canada and across the world.
breastfeeding • canada
Empowerment Super Heroes Missing
The entertainment industry comes up short in its understanding and portrayal of the true super heroes and heroines who perform justice through advoacy for those in need.
empowerment • super • heroes • heroines • movies
The entertainment industry comes up short in its understanding and portrayal of the true super heroes and heroines who perform justice through advoacy for those in need.
empowerment • super • heroes • heroines • movies
Farm Aid Concert 2006
Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews headlined the 2006 Farm Aid Concert. Farm Aid is the USA's leading family farm advocacy organization.
farm aid • family farmers • family farm • farm • farmers
Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews headlined the 2006 Farm Aid Concert. Farm Aid is the USA's leading family farm advocacy organization.
farm aid • family farmers • family farm • farm • farmers
Support the Arts!
The ARTSEDGE web site offered through the Kennedy Center is truly a "site" to behold! Like any grand library, it could take days to experience. This site offers loads of invaluable information. From the front page through out, this web site aims to please!
artsedge • kennedy center • teacher resources • music lessons • history
The ARTSEDGE web site offered through the Kennedy Center is truly a "site" to behold! Like any grand library, it could take days to experience. This site offers loads of invaluable information. From the front page through out, this web site aims to please!
artsedge • kennedy center • teacher resources • music lessons • history
Native American Rights Fund
Founded in 1970, the Native American Rights Fund has served as a national advocacy group for 37 years and made great strides in the quest for equality.
native american rights fund • narf • california indian legal services • john echohawk • pawnee
Founded in 1970, the Native American Rights Fund has served as a national advocacy group for 37 years and made great strides in the quest for equality.
native american rights fund • narf • california indian legal services • john echohawk • pawnee
Book Review: A Parent's Guide
Michael T. Bailey's new book, "Special Education: A Parent’s Guide for Children’s Success," is an excellent summer read if you have a child with a disability...
special education: a parent’s guide for children’s • michael t. bailey • down syndrome • down's syndrome • special education
Michael T. Bailey's new book, "Special Education: A Parent’s Guide for Children’s Success," is an excellent summer read if you have a child with a disability...
special education: a parent’s guide for children’s • michael t. bailey • down syndrome • down's syndrome • special education
Motherhood = Activism
Feeling bad that you're not changing the world anymore? You shouldn't.
stay-at-home • activists • feminists
Feeling bad that you're not changing the world anymore? You shouldn't.
stay-at-home • activists • feminists
The American Anti-Slavery Group
The American Anti-Slavery Group is a human rights organization dedicated to educating the public about modern-day slavery and working toward the goal of abolition.
human trafficking and modern-day slavery • the american anti-slavery group • fight to abolish modern-day slavery • sudan • divestment from darfur
The American Anti-Slavery Group is a human rights organization dedicated to educating the public about modern-day slavery and working toward the goal of abolition.
human trafficking and modern-day slavery • the american anti-slavery group • fight to abolish modern-day slavery • sudan • divestment from darfur
Home is where the heart is
Reviews the results of a recent study on how location can affect your child's welfare.
welfare • parenting • fatherhood • location • education
Reviews the results of a recent study on how location can affect your child's welfare.
welfare • parenting • fatherhood • location • education
Music in Our Schools
Weekly articles and links pointing music educators to the best of the web. Subjects and topics are too numerous to list. This first site is a must see! If you are looking for facts to support Music Advocacy, this article is for you.
music • schools • education • core curriculum • materials
Weekly articles and links pointing music educators to the best of the web. Subjects and topics are too numerous to list. This first site is a must see! If you are looking for facts to support Music Advocacy, this article is for you.
music • schools • education • core curriculum • materials
NSA Surveillance
A look at the recent decision by Judge Anna Diggs Taylor to strike down NSA warrantless surveillance.
law • wiretapping • constitution • fourth amendment • circuit court
A look at the recent decision by Judge Anna Diggs Taylor to strike down NSA warrantless surveillance.
law • wiretapping • constitution • fourth amendment • circuit court
British Columbia Schizophrenia Society (BCSS)
Contact information, a glossary and more information on Schizophrenia
schizophrenia • mental • illness • child • adolescent
Contact information, a glossary and more information on Schizophrenia
schizophrenia • mental • illness • child • adolescent
2008 Presidential Race and Autism
Senators John McCain and Barack Obama are the two main party candidates for the 2008 Presidential election and both candidates vow to enhance autism research.
autism spectrum disorders • senator john mccain • senator barack obama • combating autism act • autism presidential election
Senators John McCain and Barack Obama are the two main party candidates for the 2008 Presidential election and both candidates vow to enhance autism research.
autism spectrum disorders • senator john mccain • senator barack obama • combating autism act • autism presidential election
AIDS and Canadian Aboriginals
Aboriginal people are disproportionately effected by AIDS in Canada.
hiv • aids • aboriginal • native • canada
Aboriginal people are disproportionately effected by AIDS in Canada.
hiv • aids • aboriginal • native • canada
Autism Friendly Colleges
Several colleges across the U.S. are prepared to meet the unique challenges of providing a comprehensive college education to a young adult on the autism spectrum.
autism friendly college • university of arizona • salt center • georgia state university • margaret a staton office of disability services
Several colleges across the U.S. are prepared to meet the unique challenges of providing a comprehensive college education to a young adult on the autism spectrum.
autism friendly college • university of arizona • salt center • georgia state university • margaret a staton office of disability services
Baby Foods may not be all they are cracked up to be.
Pesticides may be related to the rise of some childhood disorders.
pesticides • neurological disorders • learning disabilities • childhood cancer
Pesticides may be related to the rise of some childhood disorders.
pesticides • neurological disorders • learning disabilities • childhood cancer
Earth Friendly Mother's Day Gifts
Mother's Day gift ideas aren't limited to mass-produced doodads and spa packages. Here are some special eco-friendly suggestions; some are bound to please "green" moms.
earth friendly mothers days gifts ideas • home bath spas packages certificates • eco-friendly suggestions green moms • consumerism environmental impact • novica national geographic
Mother's Day gift ideas aren't limited to mass-produced doodads and spa packages. Here are some special eco-friendly suggestions; some are bound to please "green" moms.
earth friendly mothers days gifts ideas • home bath spas packages certificates • eco-friendly suggestions green moms • consumerism environmental impact • novica national geographic
FINDING SUPPORT IN YOUR COMMUNITY
How to find help in your own community
community help • abil • agoraphobics building independent lives • support groups
How to find help in your own community
community help • abil • agoraphobics building independent lives • support groups
God Goes Balistic for NukeTalk
Complex 2030 and Reliable Replacement Warhead project provide basis for faithful to discuss nation's and world's nuclear future and its spiritual implications.
complex 2030 • reliable replacement warhead • department of energy • california council of churches • national council of churches
Complex 2030 and Reliable Replacement Warhead project provide basis for faithful to discuss nation's and world's nuclear future and its spiritual implications.
complex 2030 • reliable replacement warhead • department of energy • california council of churches • national council of churches
Holiday Gifts for Cancer Patients
Lift a cancer patient's spirits with a holiday gift tailored to the personality of the patient or the specific type of cancer the patient is managing.
gifts for cancer patients • holiday shopping • hanukkah gifts for cancer patients • christmas gifts for cancer patients • donation to cancer charity
Lift a cancer patient's spirits with a holiday gift tailored to the personality of the patient or the specific type of cancer the patient is managing.
gifts for cancer patients • holiday shopping • hanukkah gifts for cancer patients • christmas gifts for cancer patients • donation to cancer charity
Reprocessing Reality
Reprocessing Reality, a Swiss-based international group show, just ended its run at PS1 in Queens.
installation • ps1 • moma • queens • new york
Reprocessing Reality, a Swiss-based international group show, just ended its run at PS1 in Queens.
installation • ps1 • moma • queens • new york
Resources for Caregivers
Information and resources for caregivers
caregiving • websites • web sites • caregiver
Information and resources for caregivers
caregiving • websites • web sites • caregiver
Six Common Boat Winterizing Errors
The Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatU.S.) releases the six most common winterizing mistakes made by boaters based on insurance claims history.
boat winterizing mistakes • boat winterization • seacock • thru-hull fitting • winter boat cover
The Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatU.S.) releases the six most common winterizing mistakes made by boaters based on insurance claims history.
boat winterizing mistakes • boat winterization • seacock • thru-hull fitting • winter boat cover
Volunteer Opportunities Outdoors
Includes ideas on ways to get involved locally and on the national level to contribute to the protection of the environment.
volunteeer opportunities outdoors • outdoor volunteering • outdoor volunteer opportunites • appalachian mountian club • state parks
Includes ideas on ways to get involved locally and on the national level to contribute to the protection of the environment.
volunteeer opportunities outdoors • outdoor volunteering • outdoor volunteer opportunites • appalachian mountian club • state parks
"Make" & "Craft" Magazines
"Make" is touted as the magazine that provides "technology on your time" and "Craft" is "transforming traditional crafts." They don't disappoint.
make review • craft review • make magazine • craft magazine • oreilly publish
"Make" is touted as the magazine that provides "technology on your time" and "Craft" is "transforming traditional crafts." They don't disappoint.
make review • craft review • make magazine • craft magazine • oreilly publish
2009 USAAA International Conference
Mark and David Geier will discuss the Lupron Protocol at the USAAA conference; this is just one of the many workshops available to conference attendees.
autism conferences • usaaa • lupron protocol • david geier • mark geier
Mark and David Geier will discuss the Lupron Protocol at the USAAA conference; this is just one of the many workshops available to conference attendees.
autism conferences • usaaa • lupron protocol • david geier • mark geier
A Personal History of Awe
Scott Russell Sanders' memoir A Personal History of Awe is recommended nonfiction reading for readers devoted to sustainability and pluralism.
memoir • scott russell sanders • nature writing • awe • sustainability
Scott Russell Sanders' memoir A Personal History of Awe is recommended nonfiction reading for readers devoted to sustainability and pluralism.
memoir • scott russell sanders • nature writing • awe • sustainability
A Time To Think About Others
The holiday season is a time for celeberation, but like many others I also find it to be a time for reflection. Amidst the shopping, eating, and visiting, many of us cannot help but look back at the year that has passed and ponder what was, what could have been, and what will be.
mentally handicapped • special needs network
The holiday season is a time for celeberation, but like many others I also find it to be a time for reflection. Amidst the shopping, eating, and visiting, many of us cannot help but look back at the year that has passed and ponder what was, what could have been, and what will be.
mentally handicapped • special needs network
Alli Rogers in Ecuador
Christian indie artist Alli Rogers wrote this letter (slightly edited for space) after spending a week in Ecuador with the children of Compassion International.
alli rogers • compassion international • compassion • ecuador • compassion in ecuador
Christian indie artist Alli Rogers wrote this letter (slightly edited for space) after spending a week in Ecuador with the children of Compassion International.
alli rogers • compassion international • compassion • ecuador • compassion in ecuador
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