By Diane Charnov and Carolyn Rutsch

Parents are often their child’s best advocates. But how can parents make sure their voices are heard in their schools and communities? This practical guide to successful advocacy is designed to help parents and others organize and speak out on issues that affect children. Concrete suggestions are offered that can be mobilized to address children’s needs at home, in school and in their communities. This book is full of inspirational accounts of advocates from across the globe. These real-life examples are interwoven with practical advice and guidance that will help caring citizens into successful advocates that can make a difference in their own and other children’s lives.