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Substance Abuse – Lesson 4

Substance Abuse – Lesson 4. Advocacy. Advocate. One that argues for a cause; supporter or defender. Advocacy. The act of pleading or arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, idea or policy. Empower. To Supply with an ability; enable. Debate.

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Substance Abuse – Lesson 4

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  1. Substance Abuse – Lesson 4 Advocacy

  2. Advocate • One that argues for a cause; supporter or defender

  3. Advocacy • The act of pleading or arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, idea or policy

  4. Empower • To Supply with an ability; enable

  5. Debate • To engage in argument by discussing opposing points of view.

  6. Issue • A point or matter of discussion, debate, or dispute.

  7. Advocacy Groups • P.E.T.A. (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) • MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) • NRA (National Rifle Association) • Greenpeace (Environmentalism / Peace) • HLC (Healthy Lifestyle Choices)

  8. What can advocates do? • Hold informational rallies. • Write Letters • Protest • Model Behavior

  9. What could you be an advocate for?

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