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The Empowerment Council’s Terms of Reference

  1. Advocate on a systemic level (e.g. to CAMH, government) on behalf of addiction and mental health clients.
  2. Ensure client access to information, and educate clients in regard to choices, self advocacy, critical thinking, leadership development, and political awareness.
  3. Educate, sensitize, and provide training to mental health professionals, addiction workers, and other members of the community.
  4. Ensure the representation of the client perspective at CAMH through participation on relevant committees, work groups, etc.
  5. Increase client involvement in decision-making and accountability structures.
  6. Liaison with CAMH and groups that share EC goals.
  7. Conduct outreach and community development with mental health and addiction clients of CAMH.