By Dr. Andrea Hendricks, Diversity Thought Leader
How Can You Define the Word “Advocate”?
First, let me define what advocate means. An advocate is a person who publicly supports, argues for, or recommends a particular support for a cause or individual. There are three types of advocacies: self-advocacy, individual advocacy, and system advocacy. Advocacy is about helping people find their voice. Advocacy is also creating an environment where people feel safe to share and connect with others. Diversity advocacy has a slightly different definition… (Read more)