Programs & Services » Advocacy
Individual Advocacy
The independent living philosophy promotes self-advocacy. Many individuals will have personal situations where advocacy is called for. At SCIL we teach the skills needed and provide the tools for individuals to become their own advocates. You will be assisted in understanding disability laws and effective ways to be a self-advocate when faced with obstacles or discrimination.
Systems Advocacy
Systems advocacy means focusing our center's advocacy efforts on broad issues that will affect large numbers of people with disabilities, both in the present and in the future. SCIL participates in local, state, and national groups to promote legislation that will create equal opportunities for people with disabilities. We also examine policies, architectural environments and education and employment atmospheres for people with disabilities and work to create effective changes where needed for full participation by individuals with disabilities.
Public Policy
SCIL advocates on public policy at the federal, state and local levels with a focus to ensure that any policy created will support and protect individuals with disabilities and encourages a more inclusive society for all people. We work to engage community members and provide people with disabilities the tools to advocate for themselves and others.
