Discussion board 1 with at least two references
This module provided you with an overview of the purpose of social policy advocacy, the policy development cycle, and the importance of understanding the political environment in which a policy is developed. Social policy impacts everyone at some point.
Please use reliable resources, and the Internet, explore these concepts further. Search for any specific information as it relates to the human services field, social policy, and/or policy advocacy.
Tasks:
In a minimum of 300 words, post your responses to the following in APA format:
• Discuss the purposes or goals of policy advocacy. What is it intended to achieve and for whom?
• Discuss a social policy that has impacted or has the potential to impact you personally or professionally (such as the organization for which you work). Describe the policy and discuss what impacts, both positive and negative, it will have on you.
Discussion board 2 with at least two references
In this module, you explored the role that leadership plays in policy advocacy work. In this assignment, you will discuss the role of leadership in policy advocacy work.
In a minimum of 300 words, post your responses to the following questions in APA format:
• Analyze the relationship between policy advocacy and policy making. Include in your discussion the role of leadership as an input in the advocacy process.
• Why do political dynamics matter in effective advocacy efforts?
• How does the credibility of individuals who are advocates and/or leaders factor into the success of advocacy efforts?
Discussion board 3 with at least two references
In a minimum of 300 words, post your responses to the following in APA format:
• Explain why problem delineation and definition is so important to the policy development process.
• Explain why it is necessary to outline the goals and objectives of a policy.
• Pick a social issue that is of interest to you and formulate a compelling problem statement to garner attention for your advocacy efforts.
Discuss also the goals and objectives of your efforts.