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A book for self-advocates.
Welcome to the power of human rights. This book is for people with developmental disabilities. You can use it to learn about your rights. You can also use it to talk with others about your rights. When you speak up for yourself, you are a self-advocate. When you work together with others, you can make change happen. Welcome to the power of human rights!
About human rights 3
Section A. Your rights
Chapter 1. Respect for the individual 4
Equality 5
Safety 6
Home and family 7
Privacy 8
Chapter 2. Inclusion in the community 9
Independent Living 10
Work 11
Education 12
Health 13
Chapter 3. Change in the society 14
Access 15
Political life 16
New attitudes 17
Culture and sports 18
Section B. Building skills together
Exercise 1: I want to live like this! 19-22
Exercise 2: Speak up with power 23-26
Get together • Make a plan • Take action 27
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