1. How to Advocate with Greatness
Shawn Aleong, Board Member
The Arc of Philadelphia

2. A little about me…
My name is Shawn Aleong. I am a Temple University student, studying Pre-law. I am a disability advocate. I am associated with:
The Arc of Philadelphia: Board member
Temple University: Student Government
Member of NAACP
Several Civil/Human Rights groups

3. Brief History of the Disability Rights Movement
ADA was signed into law in 1990
Pennhurst shut down in 1989

4. Why we have to advocate with greatness?
It is extremely important to let your elected officials know what is going on in your community.
It’s power
Policy
Outcome
Future

5. What makes an advocate a good leader?
Resilience
Steadfastness
Humility
Individuals before yourself
Open-mindedness

6. A Fierce Kind of Love

7. Philadelphia DNC Host Committee

8. Assisting visitors at DNC

9. The Fight goes on… Medicaid/Medicare Social Security
Independent Living
Institutions
Employment
Technology