Developing an Advocacy Approach for Policy Change ...
Assessment: Advocacy Report
Word Count: 1800-2000 words
Weight: 35%
Task Description:
Imagine you are working for a non-government organization in a front-line case work position. After several months of discussions with your fellow workers about extending your practice to policy advocacy, you approach a manager who agrees to provide a 6-week full-time project funded by philanthropic funds. Your task is to develop an advocacy approach for the agency to contribute to policy change in one policy area. Your fellow workers have agreed to support you in researching and preparing a report for the agency.
Instructions:
Select a Policy Area: Choose a policy area that you have analyzed during this subject.
Report Content:
Overview of Relevant Theories of Policy Change: Provide a summary of theories that could guide your advocacy work.
Scan of Stakeholders: Conduct a brief scan of relevant government departments, non-government organizations, research organizations, and peak bodies involved in the policy area. Outline the policy changes they are working on.
Policy Aspect for Change: Identify and justify an aspect of the policy that you believe is worth changing.
Plan for Policy Change: Develop a plan for policy change that includes:
Key stakeholders and sectors to collaborate with
Proposed campaign strategies, actions, and tactics suitable for your agency and the policy change
Target groups, individuals, public officials, or organizations for your advocacy efforts
Formatting:
Your report should be formatted with headings and include an executive summary.
Use APA 7 style for referencing.
Include literature from weeks 8, 9, 10, and 11, as well as government and non-government reports and peer-reviewed articles to support your policy change proposal.
Assessment Criteria:
Knowledge of Rational and Political Processes (20%): Demonstrate understanding of the processes involved in social policy design.
Understanding of Policy Practice (20%): Show comprehension of policy practice in community service work, including analysis and advocacy.
Depth of Analysis (20%): Provide a thorough analysis of the policy area and proposed changes.
Use of Literature (20%): Appropriately reference literature using APA 7 style.
Writing and Style (20%): Maintain a clear, coherent, and appropriate academic writing style.
Note: Ensure your report is detailed, well-researched, and professionally presented.
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