For people with cognitive disabilities, civic participation and being involved in decision-making matters because it:
- is a democratic right;
- reinforces the right to self-determination;
- supports active involvement and problem solving in all levels of decision making;
- recognises and values lived experience, expertise and knowledge;
- leads to the provision of services which are responsive to needs;
- leads to improved services and better outcomes;
- supports networking and relationship building with service providers and potential allies;
- increases individual and group engagement with service providers, governments and community organisations;
- can lead to new knowledge and skills development;
- supports collaboration, communication and negotiation;
- can lead to increased confidence.
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