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Connected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 3h

🗣️ Everyone has a reason for becoming an advocate...

This #AAW25, we’re sharing the reasons why we chose advocacy - the experiences, values, and passions that drive us to do the work we do.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...

#AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacy

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Grapevine Coventry and Warwickshire @grapevinecovwarks.bsky.social · 4h

#AdvocacyAwarenessWeek #AAW25 💫 Shining a light on the powerful impact advocacy has on people's lives. To illustrate this year's theme of #AdvocacyWorks and how it works within our innovative ecosystem of other Grapevine support, we share Lilly’s story 💜 bit.ly/4qtrCyb @ndtihello.bsky.social

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Connected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 7h

💬 Ever felt unsure about your rights or how to speak up? That’s where advocacy comes in.

🤝 Advocates are here to listen, support, and help you access the services you need. You’re never alone.

👉 connectedvoice.org.uk/services/advocacy

#AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacy @ndtihello.bsky.social

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People First Independent Advocacy @wearepeoplefirst.bsky.social · 8h

After an incident with his insulin, decisions were made about Rob's life for him, not with him.

If you would like to read Rob's story click here: https://bit.ly/4onpyG5
#AdvocacyAwarenessWeek25 #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks

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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 7h

Join us for a powerful online roundtable event focusing on person centred, local small solutions supporting the closure of long-stay institutions in the UK and Europe.

Date: this Friday 17 October
Time: 13:00–15:00 UK
Location: Online
Free to attend

Register now: www.ndti.org.uk/resource/dei...

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 8h

In her second reel on our Health Access Project, Peer Development Worker Nelly talks about the barriers that some #ActuallyAutistic adults face when trying to use GP services.

She also discusses how we can help you, including with #SelfAdvocacy resources #SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 9h

At our Community #Advocacy Hubs, we help adults in #Leeds to get their voices heard, as well as help them to self-advocate.

Read more about what we can and cannot do at our Hubs at advonet.org.uk/2025/09/22/w... #AdvocacyWorks #AAW25

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People First Independent Advocacy @wearepeoplefirst.bsky.social · 11h

Stand up for your community’s voice – become an Advocacy Connector!

Join us as an Advocacy Connector today! 👉 https://bit.ly/4fRB3Cl
#AdvocacyAwarenessWeek25 #Volunteering #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks

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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 9h

Advocates help secure your rights. They make sure your choices are respected and your voice is central. That’s why advocacy matters, and why we’re celebrating #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek. #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
https://www.ndti.org.uk/collection/advocacy-awareness-week-2025/

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Public Engagement Network (PEN) @supportpen.bsky.social · 1d

🙋It’s #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek

Advocates play an invaluable role in our network. They help enable people who are not usually heard to engage with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), England’s health and adult social care regulator.

Learn more: www.choicesupport.org.uk/public-engag...
#AAW25

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 1d

Our Project Worker Courtney discusses our LIFE #employment project helps adults with learning disabilities to know their rights at work and to use #SelfAdvocacy!

#AAW25 #SelfAdvocacyWorks

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People First Independent Advocacy @wearepeoplefirst.bsky.social · 1d

Become a Citizen Connector and help your community thrive! 🥰
Your kindness and time can make all the difference. 💛 Join us as a Citizen Connector today!

Click 👉 https://bit.ly/4fRB3Cl for more information
#AdvocacyAwarenessWeek25 #VolunteerCumberland #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks

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Leeds Autism AIM @leedsautismaim.bsky.social · 1d

In a reel for #AAW25, our Peer Development Worker Lawrence talks about how our Autism and Suicide Prevention Project helps #ActuallyAutistic adults in Leeds to access support.

#SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek

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Connected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 1d

🗣️ Everyone has a reason for becoming an advocate...
This #AAW25, we’re sharing the reasons why we chose advocacy — the experiences, values, and passions that drive us to do the work we do.
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...

#AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacy
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 1d

Advocacy empowers people to understand their rights, make informed decisions, and be heard, especially during life’s most challenging moments.
Advocacy Focus shares the stories of Steve, Priya, James, Amina and Daniel

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Connected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 1d

💬 Advocacy changes lives.

It helps people feel included, treated fairly, and confident to speak up for their rights.

We’re here to listen, support, and make sure every voice is heard. #AAW25
www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv...

#AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacy

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 2d

Our Health Complaints Advocacy service in #Leeds can help you through the health complaint process.

In a blog post for Advocacy Awareness Week #AAW25, read about what else we can support you with at advonet.org.uk/2025/10/12/h... #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks

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People First Independent Advocacy @wearepeoplefirst.bsky.social · 2d

Need guidance on advocacy?

Our dedicated team is here to provide answers and support whenever you need it. Reach out to us via:
📞0300 303 8037
📨[email protected]
💻wearepeoplefirst.co.uk

Together, we can create meaningful change!
#AdvocacyAwarenessWeek25 #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks

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The Advonet Group @advonetuk.bsky.social · 1d

This month, our LIFE #employment project are running free #SelfAdvocacy workshops for adults with learning disabilities in #Leeds.

They will cover rights at work and reasonable adjustments. If you are interested in joining, email [email protected] or call 0113 244 0606 #AAW25 #SelfAdvocacyWorks

LIFE

Self Advocacy in Employment

Do you want to learn about the workplace?

Did you know you can ask for support at work?

Come and learn about it

2 hours each Thursday for 3 weeks

30th October, 6th and 13th November

We talk about:

Your rights at work
Reasonable adjustments
Dressing for work
Good communication
Working well together

0113 244 0606

life@advonet.org.uk

Advonet, Unity Business Centre, Roundhay Road, Leeds LS7 1AB

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Bradford and Craven Autism AIM @bradfordautismaim.bsky.social · 1d

We have a range of free #SelfAdvocacy and planning resources, made by and for #ActuallyAutistic adults in Bradford and Craven.

They include daily and weekly planners, a self-care plan and services profile. To see them, visit bradfordautismaim.org.uk/resources/pl... #AAW25 #SelfAdvocacyWorks

Bradford and Craven Autism AIM

Self-Advocacy and Planning Tools

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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 1d

Advocacy = inclusion, equality, and justice. It supports people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities to be part of the conversation. That’s why #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek matters. #AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
https://www.ndti.org.uk/collection/advocacy-awareness-week-2025/

Advocates promote social inclusion, equality and justice. Advocacy supports people of all ages, backgrounds and identities to be included.
#AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek
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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 2d

Advocacy = speaking up, knowing your rights, making decisions, and asking for what you want.
Advocates help your voice be heard. This week let’s raise awareness and celebrate the power of advocacy!

#AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks

www.ndti.org.uk/collection/a...

Advocates help your voice be heard
Advocacy helps you to:
Speak up, know your rights, make decisions, ask for what you want
#AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek
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People First Independent Advocacy @wearepeoplefirst.bsky.social · 2d

Over these past months, our Independent Mental Health Advocacy( IMHA) drop-in sessions at Carlton Clinic have become more than just info-points, they’ve been about building connections and making sure everyone has the chance to be heard.

Read their story here 👉https://bit.ly/4mV35id
#AAW25

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Connected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 2d

🎉 Best day in the calendar - we’re in Birmingham for the Blackbelt Advocacy Conference! #AAW2025

It’s also #HCAW and we’re proud to share insights from our 9-year project supporting victims of hate crime through the power of advocacy.

@ndtihello.bsky.social @nationalhcaw.bsky.social

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NDTi @ndtihello.bsky.social · 2d

@gail-ndti.bsky.social explores why advocacy is a vital part of our health and social care landscape for #AdvocacyAwarenessWeek 2025.
#AAW25 #AdvocacyWorks #SelfAdvocacyWorks
www.ndti.org.uk/resource/aaw...

AAW25: Why advocacy | NDTi

Gail Petty explores why advocacy is a vital part of our health and social care landscape for Advocacy Awareness Week 2025.

www.ndti.org.uk

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