What Does it Mean to be an Effective Advocate?

Chapter 7 of Rants with Justin and Joe will feature special guest Amanda N Kelly (aka Behaviorbabe). Justin, Joe, and Amanda will chat about what it means to be an advocate. The discussion will include the conditions under which advocacy is commonly sought, the qualities that are important to be an effective advocate, and common challenges an advocate might encounter. Learning Objectives: 1. Following this podcast, the audience will identify three behavior analytic skills that an advocate needs to display when working with autistics/individuals diagnosed with ASD. 2. Following this podcast, the audience will identify three challenges that advocates may face and how to resolve these challenges using behavior analytic skills. 3. Following this podcast, the audience will identify three components of quality advocacy as it relates to behavior analysis.