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Here's how you can advocate for community needs and interests using assertiveness.

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Advocating for your community's needs and interests requires more than just good intentions; it demands assertiveness. Assertiveness is not about being aggressive or domineering; rather, it's about being confident and direct in communicating your community's concerns. It's about standing up for your community's rights while respecting the opinions and needs of others. By mastering assertiveness, you can become a more effective community outreach advocate, ensuring that the voices of your neighborhood are heard and acted upon.

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harish iyer

SVP and Head DE&I, Axis Bank | Equal Rights Activist | Core advisory committee- LGBT issues, NHRC | Alum-IVLP…
Ronaald Patrik (He/Him/His)

Leadership And Development Manager /Visiting Faculty
Marcelo Queiroz

Deputado Federal | Mestre em Economia l Gest?o Pública l Direito Tributário l Defensor dos Animais l Meio Ambiente.

1 Know Your Goals

Understanding the specific needs and interests of your community is the foundation of effective advocacy. Before you can assertively represent your community, you must have a clear grasp of the issues at hand. This means engaging with community members through meetings, surveys, or informal discussions to identify problems and brainstorm potential solutions. Once you have pinpointed the goals, you can articulate them confidently to decision-makers, which is a crucial step in assertive advocacy.

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harish iyer

SVP and Head DE&I, Axis Bank | Equal Rights Activist | Core advisory committee- LGBT issues, NHRC | Alum-IVLP, Department of State, USA & Global Innovator, Human Rights Campaign| Author in making - SonRise
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Make sure that you know what you are fighting for. Speak to the people who you are fighting for, understand their needs and aspirations. Be humble, understand you know very little than the people whose lives you are speaking about or fighting for.

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Marcelo Queiroz

Deputado Federal | Mestre em Economia l Gest?o Pública l Direito Tributário l Defensor dos Animais l Meio Ambiente.
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Usar assertividade para defender a comunidade significa comunicar-se com clareza e confian?a, expressando as necessidades de forma direta e respeitosa. Envolve identificar os desafios enfrentados pela comunidade e articular suas preocupa??es de maneira objetiva, apoiada por fatos e evidências. Ao negociar em nome da comunidade, é importante manter uma postura firme, estabelecendo limites claros e mantendo o foco nos interesses coletivos. Capacitar os membros da comunidade para que também possam participar ativamente do processo de defesa de seus interesses é fundamental para construir uma comunidade mais forte e resiliente, onde todas as vozes s?o valorizadas e ouvidas.

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Ronaald Patrik (He/Him/His)

Leadership And Development Manager /Visiting Faculty
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Your very first step in any community project is to determine the goal of the community as established by leadership. You should do this in the job interview before you begin working on a community. If it’s too late for that, understand the goals on your first day. If it’s too late for that still, set a meeting with your boss’ boss tomorrow and identify the goals.

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2 Build Relationships

Establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders is crucial for advocating assertively. You want to create a network of allies who can support your community's cause. This involves reaching out to local officials, business leaders, and other influential figures who have the power to effect change. By fostering mutual respect and understanding, you can more effectively communicate your community's needs and work collaboratively towards achieving your goals.

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3 Communicate Clearly

Clear communication is the cornerstone of assertiveness. When advocating for your community, it's essential to express concerns and ideas in a straightforward and respectful manner. Avoid using jargon or overly complex language that might confuse or alienate your audience. Instead, use simple, direct language that conveys your message effectively. Remember, being assertive means being heard, and that starts with clear communication.

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Language considerations are especially important when engaging LGBTQI+ communities in health research. Past discrimination, misrepresentation, or erasure have generated mistrust in health research. Too often, the inclusion of LGBTQI+ people in research has been limited or nonexistent. That has left large gaps in our understanding of the health and well-being of these populations.

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4 Stay Positive

Maintaining a positive attitude is vital when advocating for community interests. Assertiveness should not be confused with negativity or hostility. Approach each interaction with a constructive mindset, focusing on solutions rather than dwelling on problems. Positivity can be infectious and can help in building rapport with stakeholders, making them more receptive to your community's needs.

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5 Be Persistent

Persistence is a key trait of an assertive advocate. You may encounter resistance or setbacks while pushing for your community's interests. It's important to stay committed and continue to assertively represent your community's needs. This might mean following up with stakeholders, organizing community action, or adapting your strategies to overcome challenges. Persistence shows that you are serious about making a difference and will not be easily discouraged.

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6 Embrace Feedback

Finally, embracing feedback is an essential part of assertive community advocacy. You should actively seek out and listen to feedback from both your community and stakeholders. This can provide valuable insights into how your advocacy efforts are perceived and what could be improved. Constructive criticism should not be seen as a setback but as an opportunity to refine your approach and become a more effective advocate for your community.

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You're?listening to the thoughts and concerns of someone else, acknowledging them and offering something back i.e changes or improvements moving forward.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Simple Ways You Can Make Your Workplace More LGBTQ Inclusive First, Don't Make Assumptions. ... Let Me Come Out When I'm Ready. ... Go Ahead, Ask About My Partner. ... But Don't Be Too Nosy. ... Sure, Tell Me About Your Other Gay Friends. ... Don't Only Talk About My Sexuality or Gender. ... Educate Yourself. ... Make an Effort With My Pronouns.

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1 Know Your Goals

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1 Know Your Goals

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4 Stay Positive

5 Be Persistent

6 Embrace Feedback

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