What is Advocacy? What is Advocacy? Advocacy is a way of ensuring that people who are perhaps struggling in society are able to: Be properly supported when having to face professional services or action affecting their lives Have their voice heard and genuinely considered regarding issues that are important to them Know, defend and safeguard their own rights Develop confidence, ownership and authority regarding decisions involving their lives Advocacy is a process of supporting and enabling people to: Express their views and concerns Access information and services Promote their rights and responsibilities Explore choices and options To find out more about what advocacy is all about, click here.