Self-advocate of the year is someone who: – is very active in their group – helps other self-advocates speak up for themselves – helps with fundraising – attends meetings – participates in community service projects – brings good ideas to the group but is also open to suggestions

Ally of the Year is someone who: – is very active with the self-advocacy group – ready to help out. but sits back and lets self-advocates run their meetings – does not make decisions for the group – accepts everyone, treats everyone equally – makes sure everyone has a ride home