Living The Life Of An Advocate Duncan 0. These are the questions that I will contemplate as I look at the following eight core values from both the serious side and the lighter side. Born with a disability, I have had fifty years of life experience to develop my perceptions about how our society interacts with persons with disabilities. I believe a good advocate must internalize and share eight general values if we are going to effectively change the social environment and enhance the quality of life for persons with disabilities. As advocates we must increase the options in our communities.
Diversity celebrates differences.
Change requires risk taking. Advocacy must have passion and soul. Advocacy is a critical vehicle for social change.