advocate
verb / nounUK /ˈæd.və.keɪt/
US /ˈæd.və.keɪt/
To speak up for someone or something to help them.
She advocates for cleaner parks in her neighborhood.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who publicly supports a cause or policy.
He is a strong advocate for animal rights.
3. A lawyer who speaks in court for someone.
The advocate presented the case clearly to the judge.
4. To recommend or argue in favor of something.
Doctors advocate eating more vegetables.