Empowerment Strategies in Advocacy Initiatives

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What should an advocate consider when evaluating the effectiveness of a strategy option?

The popularity of the strategy option
The desired impact on the decision-maker (correct)
The personal style and wishes of the advocate
The advocate's personal feelings towards the option

What is crucial before considering various strategy options according to the text?

Understanding what the represented group is comfortable with (correct)
Following the wishes of the adversary
Awareness of the advocate's personal style
Ignoring the wishes of the group being represented

Why is it important for an advocate to think through and anticipate reactions from an adversary?

To achieve popularity among supporters
To ensure their personal style is maintained
To avoid discord with possible supporters (correct)
To limit the options available to the advocate

What aspect of a strategy option could lead to discord with possible supporters?

Whether it conveys the client's intended impression (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why should an advocate ensure a strategy can be successfully delivered?

To achieve desired outcomes and results (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential pitfall for case managers who practice advocacy?

Pushing their own advocacy agenda based on personal reasons (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of an advocate's role when discussing advocacy initiatives with a person?

Creating a context for the person to empower themselves (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can drive some individuals to want to become advocates according to the text?

Anger at being mistreated (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for case managers to address unresolved personal issues?

To avoid being driven by personal motivations in advocacy work (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of advocacy, what should a person provide once they have considered their options?

Written instructions signed by both them and the advocate (A) Signup and view all the answers

When questions are raised about a person's competence, what may be done in advocacy?

Identify a substitute decision-maker (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should not be the driving factor in a case manager's decision to advocate according to the text?

Anger at past mistreatment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should case managers consider when proposing advocacy strategies to clients?

Client's comfort level with the proposed tactics (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should an advocate obtain from a person to confirm their authorization to act on their behalf?

A signed consent form giving access to records and authorization (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for an advocate to discuss risks along with benefits of an advocacy initiative?

To prepare the person for any potential negative outcomes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial step that an advocate should not skip in an advocacy initiative?

Identifying the problem (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it likened to driving down a dark road at night with no knowledge of landmarks when starting an advocacy initiative without a game plan?

There is no clear direction (B) Signup and view all the answers

What could adversaries do to derail advocacy initiatives?

Encourage personal attacks (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial for an advocate to stay focused on the goal in advocacy work?

To keep distractions at bay (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does going through a process of root cause questioning help an advocate to achieve?

Identify systemic issues (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of strategies are classified as 'low-profile' in advocacy tactics?

Strategies that are accomplished behind closed doors (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to review what worked and what did not work in an advocacy plan?

To understand what actions are likely to be successful (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting new goals in advocacy?

To increase the effectiveness of the plan (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a medium-profile advocacy tactic?

Closed-door negotiations with key decision-makers (D) Signup and view all the answers

In case the advocacy plan is not producing the required results, what is recommended to do?

Increase its effectiveness or move to a higher profile strategy (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect that an advocate should do in implementing an advocacy plan?

Anticipate the worst-case scenario outcome (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for the advocate to report back to the person after each initiative?

To keep the person informed of the outcomes (B) Signup and view all the answers

In advocating for an individual, what role should the advocate ideally play?

Supporting role (A) Signup and view all the answers

How should an advocate proceed in implementing an individual's instructions?

In a methodical way (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should an advocate do to protect the person being represented?

Plan for safeguards and fallback positions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of individual advocacy?

To amplify a person's voice and pursue their objectives (A) Signup and view all the answers

In case management, when might an advocate engage in systemic advocacy?

When policies negatively affect many people (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does advocating for a labeled group involve?

Challenging oppressive systems affecting the group (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is individual advocacy different from systemic advocacy?

Individual advocacy amplifies voices, systemic challenges systems (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of promoting self-advocacy through advocacy?

Transferring advocacy skills (B) Signup and view all the answers

When might a case manager decide to engage in systemic advocacy?

When many people are impacted by negative systems (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key purpose of engaging in individual advocacy?

To amplify a person's voice and pursue their objectives (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of systemic advocacy?

Challenging and changing oppressive systems affecting groups (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of advocacy aims to transfer skills to individuals for self-advocacy?

Individual Advocacy (A) Signup and view all the answers

When might an advocate decide to engage in labeled group advocacy?

When many people are negatively affected by systems (C) Signup and view all the answers