Advocacy defined

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "advocacy" means speaking for, pleading for, supporting, advising, espousing the rights of, or interceding on behalf of individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with a mental illness, or individuals seeking or receiving vocational rehabilitation services before public or private agencies, organizations, institutions, or individuals serving individuals with a developmental disability or individuals with a mental illness or providing vocational rehabilitation services. [Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 16-13-19-2 part.] As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.22. Amended by P.L.99-2007, SEC.132.