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Advocacy Plan for Diverse Population

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Advocacy Plan for Diverse Population

Advocacy plans for multiracial Americans are implemented using a strategic strategy that

the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics informs. To promote diversity and challenge structural barriers,

the counselor is essential. Per the ethical guidelines delineated in the ACA Code, the counselor

proactively participates in educational endeavors, increasing consciousness about the adaptability

of racial identity and eliminating misconceptions about multiracial encounters.

(Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). Furthermore, the counselor uses policy advocacy to

acknowledge and validate diverse identities by collaborating with legislators to incorporate a

multiracial category in official documents. Nonetheless, because of the ACA Code's emphasis on

social responsibility, counselors must support anti-discrimination regulations that protect people

of race from discrimination (Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). The counselor transforms community

participation into the center of attention by establishing secure environments where people of

different races may share their experiences, encouraging interactions, and planning activities that

honor diversity. Additionally, the ACA Code's requirement for cultural competency emphasizes

how crucial it is to oppose preconceived notions, support realistic presentations in the media, and

contribute to a more inclusive social narrative to advance inclusiveness. Counselors actively

support the rights and dignity of multiracial Americans by using advocacy techniques governed

by the ACA Code's ethical framework. These strategies also help eliminate institutional obstacles

and promote understanding. This paper will highlight the aspects of an effective advocacy plan

among multiracial Americans.

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Diverse Population

As a multiracial American advocate, I understand the need to address specific challenges

that people with various ethnic and racial backgrounds encounter. The monoracial worldview

that influenced my childhood emphasizes the importance of actively attempting to understand

and address every aspect of this group (Atkin et al., 2022). I have learned more about the

complex nature of multiracial identities via my educational experiences and personal study.

Consequently, It is now apparent that racial identity invalidation is expected and that this

community encounters discrimination and microaggressions in complex ways. This

comprehension also includes the implications for mental health, highlighting the necessity of

culturally appropriate therapy to address the particular difficulties multicultural individuals

experience.

The enormous background, attitudes, beliefs, and acculturative experiences that comprise

Multiracial Americans are impressive. Root's model of identity resolutions provides a framework

for understanding how people could negotiate their identities, embrace a mixed-race ancestry, or

transition between racial groupings. Moreover, it shows that the multiracial experience is

flexible, as many people embrace their identity. Multiracial Americans are significantly

influenced by their background, attitudes, beliefs, and acculturative experiences (Trusty, 2002).

Internal tensions, challenges in developing a coherent identity, and a higher susceptibility to

mental health concerns might arise from the invalidation of one's racial identity and the pressure

to adhere to monoracial categories. Furthermore, the absence of comprehension from parents

who are monoracial and social groups creates particular emphasis highlighting the significance

of advocacy in promoting knowledge, comprehension, and assistance for the varied experiences

of the multiracial American population.

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The advocacy plan takes a thorough and methodical approach to addressing the particular

challenges that the multiracial American community faces. Through focused training programs,

the strategy prioritizes cultural competency in mental health services to improve practitioners'

comprehension of multiracial identities, experiences, and the complex issues related to racial

identity invalidation (Trusty, 2002). This program acknowledges mental health specialists' vital

role in promoting the well-being of people of diverse backgrounds. Facilitating the integration of

multiracial concerns into academic programs is a proactive measure in advancing diversity and

inclusivity. Education and awareness aim to create a more knowledgeable and conducive

learning environment. Advocating for family counseling resources is one way to empower

multiracial children and their families by making sure mental health providers are prepared to

deal with the specific challenges and communication problems that arise in multiracial

households.

One of the plan's primary components is policy advocacy, which addresses the structural

problem of racial identity invalidation (Atkin et al., 2022). To prevent the elimination of various

cultures on a larger social scale, the strategy suggests appropriate representation by working for

the inclusion of a multiracial category in official documents. Nonetheless, cultural events,

support groups, and community outreach initiatives establish secure environments where people

of all races may feel included and contribute to their communities' mental well-being. The plan's

emphasis on media representation acknowledges the power of the media to shape public opinion.

Subsequently, promoting perspectives representing the complexity and depth of multiracial

people's lives and combating misconceptions need persistent advocacy for accurate and positive

portrayals of multiracial people. Ultimately, encouraging the provision of mental health

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resources customized to the requirements of the multiracial community guarantees that

counseling services are inclusive and culturally sensitive in addition to being readily available.

Societal Barriers

Multiracial Americans experience systematic discrimination, microaggressions, and the

invalidation of their races as social challenges that have a complex relationship with political

dynamics. Nevertheless, this group's challenges are made worse by the pervasive impact of

privilege and power in society systems (Williams et al., 2020). Social norms that support

monoracial identities provide expectations that lead to the marginalization of those who identify

as multiracial. To maintain the fiction of racial purity, power dynamics have typically attempted

to subjugate multiracial persons by encouraging them into monoracial categories. This is best

shown by the historical hypodescent concept, expressed in the One Drop Rule.

These power relations directly impact multiracial Americans' daily lives and well-being.

The inquiry "What are you?" and a lack of representation in the media highlight biases based on

race that value multiracial identities and foster a hostile atmosphere where pressure to adhere to

monoracial standards is expected. Notably, discrimination and oppression against Americans

highlight how the group has been neglected. Furthermore, limited alternatives on government

documents that impose people into single racial groups and erase their complex identities are

apparent indications of systemic discrimination. Microaggressions experienced by multiracial

families seeking assistance expose discrimination in healthcare settings, demonstrating the

widespread influence of social racism.

Counselors are greatly assisted by ethical rules, especially the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics,

when it comes to addressing the discrimination that multiracial Americans face. Counselors have

an obligation under this model to actively challenge and address discriminatory behaviors
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(Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). Nonetheless, for those who identify as multiracial, this entails

speaking out against systems of oppression and promoting inclusion in both therapeutic and

larger social contexts. The ACA Code emphasizes the dedication to justice and equality by

highlighting the counselor's responsibility to address structural barriers that obstruct multiracial

well-being.

Concurrently, counselors working with various populations, including people of several

races, can utilize every aspect of the framework offered by the MSJCC (Ratts et al., 2016). These

abilities highlight how crucial it is to advocate for structural adjustments to address power

disparities that cause some groups to be marginalized. Moreover, counselors are encouraged to

aggressively recognize and eliminate oppressive behaviors while appreciating and celebrating the

distinctive qualities connected to multiracial identities, following the guidance of the MSJCC. To

adopt this proactive approach, counselors must participate in broader advocacy campaigns and

individual-level treatments. Nonetheless, they may help establish an atmosphere that values,

respects, and validates the different experiences and identities of multiracial Americans by

adhering to ethical norms and the MSJCC (Ratts et al., 2016). Through achieving this, they

actively support the larger objective of promoting a fair and inclusive society in which

everyone's rights and dignity, regardless of race, are respected.

Discrimination may be addressed by educating people about the flexibility of racial

identity. Notably, understanding and respect are promoted in the classroom when multiracial

American' backgrounds are incorporated into the curriculum, enhancing the satisfaction of these

individuals in various learning institutions. It has been determined that policy campaigning is

essential in combating structural obstacles (Slobodin et al., 2021). Consequently, promoting

adding a multiracial category to official documentation recognizes and affirms a range of

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ethnicities. It is essential to collaborate with legislators to create anti-discrimination laws to

protect people of mixed races from prejudice and small-scale hostility. Involving the community

is essential to eliminating social obstacles. A more inclusive culture is achieved by providing

secure environments for people of other races to share their stories, encouraging conversations,

and planning activities that honor diversity. Furthermore, Engaging with the media to promote

factual depictions and combat biases is equally essential.

Personal Views and Biases

Growing up in a homogeneous neighborhood offered me limited exposure to diverse

cultures. My background and ethnicity created attitudes and ideas that first affected how I

understood racial identity. However, my perspectives have changed due to my involvement in

educational activities and my increased knowledge of the lives of people who identify as

multiracial. Considering the amount of information I had experienced, I consciously tried to

learn more and eliminate myths. Nevertheless, It has been illuminating to comprehend how

privilege and power affect the multiracial population. My advocacy is based on this

understanding as I attempt to promote varied people's opinions and solve the social barriers that

multiracial Americans encounter. I continuously inform myself about the complex realities of

this group to reduce any potential prejudices. Significant initiatives have included having open

discussions, considering various perspectives, and participating in cultural competence training

(Kaihlanen et al., 2019). By making this conscious effort, I can ensure that my advocacy is

knowledgeable, sympathetic, and consistent with the values of inclusion and justice. I approach

advocacy with humility, understanding that all individuals possess discrimination and that it is

crucial to gain insight from the real-life experiences of people of all ethnic backgrounds. My
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advocacy efforts are enhanced by my constant dedication to analysis and learning, which

significantly enables me to contribute to a more just and compassionate society.

Advocacy Plan

The advocacy strategy, developed by a professional counselor, aims at eliminating

barriers that multiracial Americans experience by taking a deliberate and proactive approach.

Conversely, the foundation of this strategy is education and awareness, emphasizing addressing

myths and biases related to multiracial cultures. Additionally, training sessions, seminars, and

workshops aimed at educators, medical professionals, and community leaders are to be

implemented, according to the proposal. These programs aim to promote awareness and

encourage the integration of multicultural perspectives into the curriculum, hence establishing an

inclusive academic environment. The plan's education and awareness campaigns align with the

ACA Code's purpose to advance client welfare and public understanding of diversity (Olejarczyk

& Young, 2022). The approach actively works to reduce the adverse effects of social barriers on

multiracial Americans by eliminating myths and prejudicial views.

A vital strategy component is policy advocacy, which emphasizes collaborating with

advocacy organizations, legislators, and government agencies. The objective is to advocate for

the official forms to have a multiracial category, an initiative that is essential to honest and

helpful representation (Cullerton et al., 2018). Concurrently, the strategy advocates for

developing laws that protect people of race from discrimination, emphasizing the broader social

significance of fair representation. Notably, policy advocacy is a crucial element of the plan

related to the ACA Code's emphasis on social responsibility. Engaging with lawmakers,

government agencies, and advocacy groups is consistent with the moral obligation to support the

creation of laws that protect people's rights and dignity (Lewis et al., 2003). The ACA Code's
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emphasis on recognizing diversity and encouraging inclusion is apparent in the campaign for a

multiracial category on official documents.

A crucial element is community participation, which aims to create forums and support

groups that offer secure environments for people of color to talk about their experiences. In

addition to developing a support network, this plan aims to promote communication across

different racial and cultural groups. The concept intends to highlight the variety and unity of

multiracial identities by planning cultural activities that celebrate diversity. The plan's

description of community involvement is consistent with the ACA Code's emphasis on

upholding clients' welfare and valuing their dignity (Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). Establishing

secure environments where people of all races can express themselves is per the moral principle

of encouraging empowerment and self-determination.

Collaboration with media sources becomes crucial in combating prejudices and

encouraging honest visuals of multiracial persons, as media representation emerges as a crucial

battlefield. A deliberate effort to promote diverse casting and narrative that accurately captures

the complexity of multiracial is described as an advocacy strategy. Engaging with the media,

producers, and content providers is recognized as an effective strategy to increase consciousness

of the significant influence of media representations on public opinion. Another aspect of the

strategy is counselor education, which represents the ACA Code's commitment to counselors'

continuous professional education (Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). The focus placed by the plan on

training in multicultural and multiracial competence is in line with the ACA Code's requirement

that counselors obtain the information and abilities required to deliver efficient and culturally

competent services.
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The strategy highlights the importance of counselor education and the need to include

multicultural and multiracial competence training in the counseling curriculum (Sykes et al.,

2023). The goal is to provide aspiring counselors with the resources to manage discussions on

discrimination, microaggressions, and racial identity. In addition, the need to encourage

counselors' reflexivity and self-awareness is emphasized to guarantee culturally competent and

considerate therapeutic approaches. One essential strategy is engaging with professional

organizations; these collaborations should be used to develop standards and materials

specifically designed for counselors who work with multiracial clients. The plan advocates for

including social justice and multicultural competencies in counseling standards. It suggests

collaboration with groups to host conferences and events that highlight the unique mental health

needs of clients who identify as multiracial.

Competency and Theory

Multiracial Identity Development Model

The Multiracial Identity Development Model developed by Maria P. P. Root offers a

thorough framework for comprehending the complex process of identity formation that

multiracial people experience. The approach acknowledges multiracial identity is a dynamic

construct and highlights its ever-evolving character. Four identity resolutions that people might

choose to accept at different stages of their development form the basis of Root's concept. The

initial solution is to recognize the identity that society has provided you, which may be

advantageous if you feel good about it and actively intend to employ the strategy (Christophe et

al., 2021). Moreover, with the second resolution, people may identify with both racial groupings,

demonstrating adaptability to various situations. The third resolution emphasizes personal

agency in forming an identity and proposes an intentional decision to identify with a specific
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racial group. The decision to value every aspect of one's background and accept a mixed-race or

multiracial identity is the fourth resolution according to theoretical principles.

This approach emphasizes the complexities of identity formation within this

demographic, making it essential for counselors working with clients who identify as multiracial.

Counselors can customize treatments to meet the unique demands and difficulties that emerge at

various phases of the multiracial identity formation process by thoroughly understanding these

resolves. It also highlights how crucial it is to accept and acknowledge the mobility of identity,

understanding that people may change their resolutions over time or in different situations.

Counselors follow the client autonomy and self-determination principle of the ACA Code while

using the multiracial identity development model (Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). Notably,

counselors assist clients in consciously selecting their racial identity while respecting their

autonomy by acknowledging the constant change and complexity of multiracial identities. The

customized approach to counseling that recognizes the unique difficulties and assets connected to

the formation of multiracial identities reflects the ACA Code's emphasis on cultural sensitivity

and diversity.

The Theory of Ecological Systems

When used in multiracial therapy, Urie Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory

provides a valuable framework since it highlights the various systems that impact an individual's

development. The microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem are

the components of the theory, and they each have a unique function in influencing a person's

experiences (Evans, 2020). The microsystem in the context of multiracial identity concentrates

on the immediate settings that directly influence the person, such as peer connections and family

dynamics. Counselors dealing with multiracial clients must comprehend the complexities within
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these systems since the attitudes of their families, the community, and their peers greatly

influence their sense of race.

The mesosystem investigates the relationships between many microsystems as it expands

forward. For those of mixed races, this might include comprehending how attitudes from the

family interact with those from the community or the school. The exosystem includes outside

factors, such as social attitudes and regulations, that indirectly affect the individual (Evans,

2020). Counselors working with multiracial clients must consider how larger cultural narratives

and legal frameworks influence the client's experiences. The microsystem consists of societal

norms and a more significant cultural background. For those who identify as multiracial, this

entails negotiating mainstream perceptions of race, prejudice, and discrimination. Ultimately, the

chronosystem acknowledges the impact of time on a person's growth, recognizing that

perspectives and experiences related to multiracial identity can change over time.

In multiracial therapy, the Ecological Systems Theory enables therapists to thoroughly

evaluate and treat the different impacts on a person's racial identity. Counselors can design

treatments that consider family dynamics, neighborhood influences, and broader social variables

by acknowledging the interconnectivity of different systems. This allows for a more

comprehensive approach to the formation of multiracial identities. The ACA Code requires

counselors to consider how different systems affect their clients' lives. This aligns with the

application of ecological systems theory (Olejarczyk & Young, 2022). Counselors evaluate and

deal with the microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem, and chronosystem elements

impacting multiracial people based on this idea. Moreover, due to this thorough understanding,

counselors may promote their clients' well-being in various social and cultural situations by

using more effective and contextually relevant therapies.

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Theory of Social Cognitive Careers

Robert W. Lent, Gail Hackett, and Steven D. Brown's Social Cognitive Professional

Theory (SCCT) offers a thorough framework for comprehending and addressing professional

development, which is particularly relevant when considering multiracial persons. The dynamic

interaction of environmental circumstances, human actions, and personal considerations shapes

job choices, as pointed out by SCCT. Nonetheless, within the scope of SCCT, career counseling

for multiracial persons entails recognizing the particular difficulties they can face (Lent &

Brown, 2019). Contextual variables, such as racial prejudices and societal judgments, can

significantly impact opportunities and professional decisions. Counselors must know these

outside factors and understand that people from diverse backgrounds may encounter unique

prejudices and obstacles in various professional settings.

One of the main pillars of SCCT, self-efficacy beliefs, is vital to professional success.

People of mixed races may have to deal with identity-related challenges, such as potential

prejudice or stereotypes from coworkers or employers (Lent & Brown, 2019). Using SCCT,

counselors may address these issues while developing endurance and a strong feeling of

competence to improve self-efficacy. Furthermore, SCCT emphasizes how crucial personal

objectives are to job advancement. When dealing with persons whose identity is multiracial,

counselors should support a goal-setting process that considers the individual's beliefs and

objectives and the social environment. Multiracial people can overcome institutional prejudices

and pursue occupations that align with their true identities with this method. Counselors agree

with the ACA Code's dedication to advancing clients' well-being and professional growth in the

social cognitive career theory framework. The ACA Code's emphasis on client empowerment

and the importance of self-efficacy beliefs aligns with the concept principles (Olejarczyk &
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Young, 2022). In order to help multiracial people negotiate and overcome potential career-

related obstacles, counselors develop resilience and an intense sense of competence in the face of

society's biases and judgments.

Application of Social Justice and Multicultural Counseling Competencies.

Counselors must actively participate in outreach and advocacy to apply the Multicultural

and Social Justice Counseling Competencies (MSJCC) to the multiracial patient group. This

entails raising awareness of the particular difficulties multiracial people encounter and creating

outreach initiatives to inform communities, academic institutions, and mental health providers

about the significance of recognizing and valuing multiracial identities (MSJCC Domain I)

(Ratts et al., 2016). Given the changing nature of multiracial identities, culturally sensitive

instruments should be used in the evaluation and diagnostic domain (MSJCC Domain II). Instead

of imposing monoracially normative behaviors, diagnostic procedures must be customized to

consider the intersectionality of several cultural elements. Notably, the counselor-client

relationship (MSJCC Domain III) necessitates the development of a therapeutic partnership that

honors and values the experiences of the multiracial client (Ratts et al., 2016). To ensure that the

counseling relationship promotes trust and validation, counselors must constantly reflect on their

practices to recognize and correct potential biases. The distinct sociopsychological

characteristics connected to multiracial ancestry should be taken into consideration when

designing psychological and mental health interventions (MSJCC Domain IV). It is essential to

tackle the issues of racial identity invalidation, discrimination, and microaggressions,

customizing treatments to the unique racial background of each individual. In addition, group

work and advocacy (MSJCC Domain V) ought to entail leading multiracial people's support

groups and lobbying for laws that acknowledge and defend their rights. Counselors must
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aggressively combat institutional behaviors that support the invalidation of racial identities (Ratts

et al., 2016). Counselors can better fulfill the complex demands of the multiracial population by

purposefully incorporating these qualities into therapy settings that align with social justice and

intercultural competency ideals.

Evolution of Cultural Identity Among Multiracial Americans

Understanding the constantly changing character of the multiracial population's identities

is necessary to apply cultural identity formation ideas. Counselors should accept and

acknowledge the various paths people may take in developing their identities, as opposed to

strict phases (Avasthi et al., 2022). Establishing a secure setting where multiracial clients may

talk about their experiences and acknowledge any changes in self-perception over time is

essential to facilitating identity discovery. It is legitimate to embrace the diversity of varied racial

backgrounds by challenging societal conventions that impose monoracial classifications by

encouraging interconnected identities.

An essential component of developing a cultural identity is addressing the invalidation of

racial identity. Counselors are essential in helping multiracial clients develop a strong sense of

self-worth, resilience, and coping mechanisms for dealing with rejection from others. Counselors

can investigate the various family origins of multiracial persons, acknowledging the significance

of communities and families in establishing cultural identity (Avasthi et al., 2022). By doing so,

they can assist the clients in incorporating good elements from each cultural influence into a

unified self-concept. Consequently, especially for those who accept a mixed-race origin or

identify with many racial groups at the same time, affirmation is crucial. Counselors should offer

supportive comments that uphold the chosen identity's validity and reject any cultural narratives

that might concern it. Lastly, helping people integrate their multiracial identities entails
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supporting them as they work through possible tensions and cultivating acceptance and balance.

By putting these ideas into practice, counselors assist people of mixed races in navigating the

formation of their distinct cultural identities and promote a therapeutic approach that

acknowledges and affirms the diversity in their racial heritage.

Application Advocacy Competencies of the American Counseling Association

Targeted efforts across several areas are required when applying the American

Counseling Association (ACA) Advocacy Competencies to the multiracial population.

Counselors can work with advocacy groups and legislators to question the historical monoracial

mindset established in institutions in social justice advocacy. This will help advance legislative

recognition of multiracial persons. Adapting counseling techniques to this population's variety

and advocating for intercultural competence training for mental health professionals are essential

components of multicultural advocacy (Lewis et al., 2003). Working with neighborhood groups

to offer focused mental health care and fighting for resources unique to multiracial experiences

are two aspects of client empowerment advocacy.

To raise understanding of the multiracial experience in school settings and beyond,

counselors can collaborate with educators, community leaders, and legislators by forming

alliances (Lewis et al., 2003). Engaging in public policy advocacy means working to change

laws that impact people of mixed races, such as healthcare inclusion and anti-discrimination.

Counselors can participate as change Agents by supporting studies on forming multiracial

identities, adding multicultural competencies to professional standards, and opposing unfair

practices in the counseling industry. Counselors actively address the unique requirements of the

multiracial population and provide a more welcoming and encouraging atmosphere by carefully

using these competencies.

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Summary

A counselor adopts a determined, multifaceted approach while creating an advocacy plan

for multiracial Americans, using the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics guidelines. Policy campaigning

seeks to create an official multiracial category, educational activities eliminate biases and

stereotypes, and community participation promotes secure environments for various race

discussions. The suggestion aligns with the ACA Code's emphasis on social responsibility,

diversity, and client welfare. The approach acknowledges social impediments and addresses

prejudice by raising awareness, changing policies, and fostering community. Continuous

education reduces individual biases and promotes inclusive advocacy based on cultural

competency. The multiracial identity development model, ecological systems theory, and social

cognitive career theory are applied competence theories that support an ethical and thorough

advocacy strategy to achieve fairness and respect for multiracial Americans.

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