Students will draft an individual written response that critically appraises a selected social welfare problem and an associated social welfare policy meant to address it.
The intent of this assignment is to demonstrate what you have learned about the social problem and policy, populations that are impacted as the result of the problem and policy, and what steps would you take to address issues of concern respective to the social problem and policy.
This short assignment is really a critical thinking assignment. In your paper, respond to all of the following prompts
Identify a social welfare issue or problem and the populations affected. Why is it an issue or problem?
What are the societal trends or technological developments that help shape the issue or problem and are there unique characteristics of the issue or issue manifested here in the San Joaquin Valley?
Identify an ideological stance you would take to best address the social issue or problem.
What policy changes would you advocate for to help alleviate the social issue or problem? What is your rationale for the change?
At what level of policy would you intervene; federal, state, local or administrative? Why would you intervene at that level(s)?
From whom and why do you think and you could receive support? Who might oppose?
In which way does your policy change promote a “Just Society”?
