Self-Advocacy Script Template – DDP Specialist Practice

The Dynamic Development Plan

Specialist Practice Resource: Self-Advocacy Script Builder

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Identify the specific barrier to mastery or mutuality.

1. The Opening (Setting the Context)

Establish the shared goal and your commitment to the task.

Suggested Starter:

“I am very focused on delivering high-quality results for [Project/Course]…”

2. The Bridge (Articulating the Need)

Clearly state the sensory or cognitive requirement as a non-negotiable for success.

Suggested Starter:

“To ensure I don’t miss any critical details, I require [Need, e.g., written instructions / quiet zone]…”

3. The Anchor (The Mutual Benefit)

Connect the adjustment to the positive outcome for the whole team or environment.

Suggested Starter:

“This approach allows me to leverage my strength in [Strength, e.g., detail-oriented analysis] and avoids any processing errors.”

The Personalised Script

“Combined and refined script appears here…”
Strength-Focused
Clarity of Need
Mutual Benefit

Reference: The Dynamic Development Plan Framework & Autism a Superpower.