Chapter 4.2
Become a Voice for Change Through Advocacy
You can make a real difference in your school and community by learning how to advocate for causes you believe in.
What You'll Learn
You learn to speak up for causes you believe in
You practice gathering support from classmates and community members effectively
You discover how to present ideas to adults who help
You develop skills to create positive change in your community
What You'll Practice
1
You practice identifying problems that need advocacy in your community
2
You learn to gather signatures and support for important causes
3
You practice presenting ideas at meetings to create positive change
Why This Matters
Learning advocacy helps you become an active citizen who can speak up for important causes and create positive change in your community throughout your life.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Advocacy
Community Change
Civic Participation
Public Speaking
Problem Solving
OH Curriculum Aligned
