Self Advocacy Solutions (SAS) is a statewide self advocacy coalition. The purpose of Self Advocacy Solutions is to grow self advocacy in Arizona by supporting self advocacy groups, motivating cross-disability involvement, engaging in public policy, and identifying opportunities for people with disabilities to speak up changing society as a result.

As an organization that believes in the idea of “nothing about us, without us” SAS is led by people with disabilities known as self advocates. With that said, everyone is welcome to join SAS so long as they believe in the ideas and principles behind the self advocacy and independent living movements. SAS membership includes self advocates and allies. Each membership group plays an important role in the organization.

Self advocates are people with disabilities who are representing themselves or a self advocacy group. Self advocates are voting members of the coalition and may be eligible to hold leadership positions.
Allies are people who choose to help SAS members. They believe in the self advocacy and independent movements.

Allies provide advice and assistance to the coalition as needed. Allies do not vote or have the right to hold any leadership positions.

All SAS members serve for two-year terms. Members may reapply for membership after the end of each term. After one year of membership, self advocate members may run for leadership positions.

Please fill out the form below to the best of your abilities. Once we receive your application, We will be in contact with you. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact George Garcia at 602-235-0354 extension 801 or by email at g.garcia@swifamilies.org.