Self Advocates In-Action
Description: HSRI is a nonprofit, mission-driven institute that provides research, evaluation, program implementation, and data and statistical services to help create effective, person-driven service systems.
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From 2004 to 2020, we provided production support and creative direction for a newsletter written by and for self-advocates – people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who speak up for themselves and promote the rights of others living with disabilities. The Riot! tackled tough issues that affect people’s daily lives, but it was equally well known for its offbeat humor, romance advice, puzzles, and more.
The Riot! was nationally known among self-advocates, family members, providers, support staff, policymakers, and others. “Riot style” writing and presentations provided self-advocates a candid, plainspoken platform for improving their self-advocacy skills, organizing with others, and acting to shape policy and practice.
HSRI staff have been working since the 1990s to support the efforts of self-advocates, and The Riot! was a centerpiece of that effort. The Riot! was NOT your typical policy newsletter; it was a lively eight pages of information and fun. The goal was to be insightful, but also to incite action and discussion among self-advocates and others in our field.
Self Advocates In-Action