Week 9 Assignment: Policy Analysis and Recommendations

Assignment Description

This is the final assignment for the course. Now is the time to advocate for change based on your policy analysis! For this assignment, you will create a presentation of the social justice issue and the corresponding social policy you selected in the previous assignments, communicating its importance and impact to a group of stakeholders to secure additional support and funding to benefit the identified subgroup or population. You will present your conclusions and recommendations for change with a corresponding plan. This assignment will assess your ability to engage with social policies, analyze social justice issues and utilize communication skills to advocate for change and support.

If you need additional support in completing this assignment, it may be useful to consult the following:

• You may use PowerPoint for this assignment. The Microsoft 365 resources in the following reading list offer comprehensive support for basic to advanced PowerPoint skills:
  • Week 9: PowerPoint Resources.

Note: If you require the use of assistive technology or alternative communication methods to participate in this activity, please contact DisabilityServices@Capella.edu to request accommodations.

• Evidence and APA..
• How Do I Find Peer-Reviewed Articles?.
• What Is Scholarly?
• NASW Code of Ethics.
• Social Work Bachelor's Program Library Guide.

By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following CSWE EPAS competencies and practice behaviors:

• CSWE EPAS Competency 1: Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
  • C1.GP.C: Demonstrate professional demeanor in behavior, appearance, and oral, written and electronic communication.
    • Related assignment criteria:
      1. Create clear, well-organized, professional documents that are generally free of bias, errors in grammar, punctuation, and spelling. 
      2. Follow APA style and formatting guidelines for citations and references.
• CSWE EPAS Competency 2: Engage diversity and difference in practice.
  • C2.GP.A: Apply and communicate understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences into practice at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels.
    • Related assignment criteria:
      1. Discuss the social justice issue and its connection to the chosen population, addressing how differences and diversity intersect to shape life experiences related to the social justice issue.
• CSWE EPAS Competency 5: Engage in policy practice.
  • C5.GP.B: Assess how social welfare and economic policies impact the delivery of and access to social services.
    • Related assignment criteria:
      1. Explain the chosen policy and its connection to the social justice problem and the targeted population. 
      2. Explain the current policy, and the historical issues and context leading up to and including the development of the policy. 
      3. Describe the effectiveness of the policy, including potential long-term benefits and policy constraints with policy design and implementation.
• CSWE EPAS Competency 5: Engage in policy practice.
  • C5.GP.C: Apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice.
    • Related assignment criteria:
      1. Discuss policy conclusions and recommendations for change, including specific steps for advocacy.
      2. Discuss lessons learned, and personal and professional growth and insight gained from the assignment related to social policy, human rights, and social, economic and environmental justice.

Assignment Instructions

During the course you have addressed a social justice issue, selected a social policy that addresses this issue for analysis in order to assist a community or subgroup. Now it is time to create a presentation to relevant stakeholders to secure additional support and funding to benefit the identified subgroup or population and advocate for change. You will have an opportunity to provide your conclusions and recommendations for change as well as reflect on your experience in engaging with social policy as a social worker. This assignment will assess your ability to engage with social policies, analyze social justice issues, and utilize communication skills to advocate for change and support.

Develop a Power Point presentation that addresses the following:

• Introduction (1 slide)
  • Identify the social justice issue.
  • Title of the social policy.
  • Your name, course, sate.
• Overview of the Social Justice Issue (1 slide)
  • Define the social justice issue targeted by the selected social policy.
  • Consider how differences and diversity intersect to shape life experiences (cultural values, privilege, and power).
  • Illustrate the scope and impact of the social justice issue.
• Importance of Addressing the Issue (1–2 slides)
  • Explain why addressing the issue is critical for the well-being of the identified subgroup or population.
  • Discuss alignment with social work ethical principles and values.
    • Address factors related to anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, and equity.
    • Address the social work principles of dignity, autonomy, and respect for human rights.
• Current Policy (2 slides)
  • Provide an overview of the current social policy (goals and objectives).
  • Explain the historical events and perspectives that led to the development of the policy.
  • Identify the current programs and services, eligibility criteria, and benefits.
  • Discuss gaps and limitations in the current policy using a lens of anti-oppressive practices.
• Benefits and Effectiveness of the Policy (1–2 slides)
  • Discuss the potential benefits of the policy.
  • Discuss the long-term societal and economic benefits.
  • Identify constraints or limitations.
  • Assess if the current policy addresses anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, and equity.
• Call to Action (2 slides)
  • Discuss your conclusions and recommendations for change
  • Discuss specific steps for advocacy
  • Identify potential allies and stakeholders relevant to change
• Reflection (1–2 slides)
  • Discuss lessons learned, and personal and professional growth and insights gained from the assignment as a social worker engaged in policy analysis.
  • Consider recommendations for future practice, policy advocacy, and research to enhance social work practice in addressing anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, and equity.
• Reference (APA format) 1 slide

Guidelines

Review the Policy Analysis and Recommendations rubric for information on how your work will be graded.

Additional Requirements

The assignment you submit is expected to meet the following requirements:

• Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
• APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and formatting standards. Include a reference slide. Evidence and APA. is a helpful resource.
• Length of presentation: 10–14 slides as a guide.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
• Presentation format: Review the information about multimedia presentations in the Tools and Resources section.. Consider the use of images, photos, graphs and alternative methods of visual information. You can also include speaker’s notes.
• Due date: Assignment must be submitted to your instructor in the courseroom no later than Sunday 11:59 p.m. CST this week.