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Self-Determination

Self-determination is important to everyone. You have the right to choose your own destiny and work toward making your dreams a reality. Self-determination is an idea that allows you to make choices about your life. The process includes setting goals to achieve your own goals and gain the skills and resources necessary to participate in your community. When you are self-determined you know your strengths and challenges. You can evaluate your environment, make informed choices, and solve problems while achieving your dreams and goals.

The following web sites have additional information to help you get started.

• The Beach Center on Disability is part of the University of Kansas. The Beach Center helps families and individuals with disabilities know how to have a quality life.
• Self-determination Scale (PDF) is an 8 page self report that measures self-determination.
• The Self-Determination Technical Assistance Centers is a project that promotes excellent practices promoting self-determination.
• NCSET: This topic explores how self-determination, which results from the development of self-esteem, self-awareness, and other positive learning skills, helps children and teens learn to exercise personal control over their lives.
• National Coalition on Self Determination promotes federal polices that support the 5 principles of self-determination.