About Us
Welcome to Advocacy Heroes, where every parent becomes a powerful advocate for their child. Navigating the educational and healthcare landscape for children with unique requirements can be a challenging journey, filled with complexities and unfamiliar terrain. We understand the profound impact that effective advocacy can have on a child's development and well-being.
Meet our Advocacy Hero, Founder NaTyshca Pickett
NaTyshca is the advocacy hero for her two sons. She started on this journey when her oldest son started school and he was not receiving adequate treatment in the classroom. When her son was suspended in Kindergarten, she knew that if she did not fight for his right to a fair education, he would face difficulties throughout his academic career. Although he does not have special needs, she continues to give the advocacy her son requires as he navigates the school system.
Her second child was diagnosed at birth with permanent hearing loss, along with other physical and cognitive needs, and she has been an advocate for him with his health and education since birth.
NaTyshca holds a Master of Education and works as a special education teacher and a certified children’s yoga teacher. She has her certificate in Social-Emotional Skills & Self-Regulation in Students. She's also on pace to become a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She founded Advocacy Heroes to give parents tools and resources to better support and advocate for their children.
Memberships:
Council of Parents Attorneys and Advocates - COPAA
Hearing Loss Association of America - HLAA
National Association of Special Education Teachers - NASET
American Society for Deaf Children - ASDC
Advocacy Heroes is not just a platform; it's a community of parents, caregivers, and champions dedicated to empowering you with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to navigate the often intricate world of special needs advocacy. Our mission is to transform every parent into an informed and confident advocate, ensuring that your child receives the best possible care, support, and educational opportunities.
Through Advocacy Heroes, you'll discover a wealth of resources, expert guidance, and a network of like-minded individuals who share similar experiences. Whether you're just starting on this journey or have been advocating for your child for years, our platform is designed to meet you where you are and provide the assistance you need.
Join us on this empowering path, where together, as Advocacy Heroes, we can shape a brighter and more inclusive future for all children. Your advocacy journey begins here.