March of Dimes Canada’s Disability Advocacy Network is a national network where you can build the skills to advocate for yourself and speak out about the issues that matter to people with disabilities across Canada. It’s a community of peers who advocate for an inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities.
When you join the Disability Advocacy Network, you get access to:
- Live advocacy training, coaching and support to learn skills like being assertive, communicating your message, and meeting with your elected officials or other decision-makers.
- A collection of self-guided advocacy resources created specifically for people with disabilities, their families and caregivers.
- The opportunity to add your voice to campaigns and speak out on issues that impact the disability community.
Who can join the March of Dimes Canada Disability Advocacy Network:
- Membership is open to anyone who self-identifies as having a disability, family members or unpaid caregivers of individuals with disabilities, as well as advocates, paid care providers, or healthcare professionals working with people with disabilities.
- Whether you’re brand new to advocacy or an advocacy pro, the Disability Advocacy Network has resources and opportunities for you.
By joining the Disability Advocacy Network (DAN) you can attend workshops to help strengthen your voice and become a more powerful advocate.
Advocating to Government Workshop In this workshop, we will explore what the windows of opportunity are for advocating to government, how to use your personal story for political change, how to run a successful meeting with government officials, and how to effectively follow up and escalate issues. This workshop is recommended for those new to political advocacy, or those looking for a refresher.
Date: April 22, 2025, 1:30 - 3:00 pm ET
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Advocacy Resources
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