We are an Advocacy charity based in Aylesbury town centre - established in 1990 to provide support for people with communication difficulties. We are a totally independent charity unconnected to any statutory organisation and aim to give people the opportunity to have their views heard and their rights upheld.

AVA is an accredited advocacy service having achieved the Quality Performance Mark from a national advocacy network, Action for Advocacy.

As a free and independent advocacy service, our aim is to empower vulnerable people by providing effective communication skills on their behalf.

The service is provided within the Vale of Aylesbury for adults, 18 or over with mental health issues, learning difficulties / disabilities or limited communication skills.

The service is provided by trained volunteer advocates and a team of professional coordinators and administrators..

We aim to listen to people, put forward their viewpoint and support their rights as individuals. By providing this support we hope to improve the experience and quality of life for those who choose to use our services.