Advocates must be able to communicate effectively, handle and resolve conflict, negotiate effectively and, where possible or practical, empower the person or group they represent so they can follow through on issues for themselves.

Advocates must be able to communicate effectively, handle and resolve conflict, negotiate effectively and, where possible or practical, empower the person or group they represent so they can follow through on issues for themselves.

 This module covers:

  • Advocacy
  • Skills needed by advocates
  • Gaining consent
  • The advocacy process
  • Negotiation
  • Going public