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Shearer, Ann – 1985
This report provides an account of the discussions and issues from a symposium held by the International League of Societies for Persons with Mental Handicap in November, 1984. It describes: (1) the role of voluntary organizations in the future; (2) the need for strong advocacy of the organization's goals; (3) the issue of whether voluntary…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Agency Role, Foreign Countries, Leadership
Download full textThomas, Nancy E., Ed.; Friesen, Barbara J., Ed. – 1990
The Next Steps Conference was one of a series of meetings held for the purpose of increasing the capacity of family members, professionals, and other interested citizens to work together on behalf of children who have serious emotional disorders and to shape an agenda for improved services. The conference was organized around four major issues:…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Change Strategies, Child Advocacy, Child Custody
