Advocacy Awareness

Advocacy Awareness

Who this pack is for:

Ideal for trainers, care providers, local authority teams, advocacy organisations, teachers, assessors, and anyone delivering training on rights, safeguarding, equality, and person‑centred practice.

Why this topic is important:

People who need advocacy are often those at highest risk of harm, exclusion or having their rights overlooked. Staff must understand when advocacy is required, which type, and how to act quickly and correctly. Getting this wrong can lead to legal breaches, poor outcomes, and CQC concerns — which is why high‑quality, accurate training is essential.

What makes this pack different:

• Fully editable Microsoft Office format

• Includes two complete presentations with activities

• Includes case studies, trainer aides and end‑of‑session assessments

• Written in a clear, professional, sector‑relevant style

• Suitable for induction, CPD and formal training delivery

• Download via secure email

What learners will understand:

• What advocacy is and why it matters

• The different types of advocacy, including statutory roles

• When an advocate is needed and how to recognise the signs

• The principles of effective advocacy

• How to support people in a rights‑based, person‑led way

• The responsibilities of practitioners, providers, and advocates

Presentation 1 Introduction to Advocacy (with built in speaker notes and learning
activity)(40 slides) – Slide Titles:

Introduction
What is advocacy?
What does it promote?
Social exclusion
Equality
Social justice
Protection of vulnerable people
Individual rights
Care value base
Types of advocacy
When an advocate is needed
Physical illness
Mental illness
Physical disability
Learning activity
Activity conclusion
Mental capacity
Mental capacity advocacy service
Summary
References

Presentation 2 Principles of Advocacy (with built in activities)(33 slides) (2018 Revised Advocacy Charter Principles) - Slide Titles:

Aims
Introduction
Advocacy Charter
Key principles
Accessibility
Learning activity
Activity conclusion
Clarity of purpose
Confidentiality
Independence
Empowerment
Equality and Diversity
Person Led
Supporting Advocates
Professionalism
Accountability
Summary
References

Word Documents (Handouts)

For both presentations
Case studies and conclusion handouts
Trainer aide for one learning activity
End of session assessments

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