So far in the project, you have explored a social problem, selected a relevant federal policy, and analyzed the policy’s development and potential impacts. These assignments have not only enabled you to demonstrate mastery of the course competencies, but have provided you with an initial experience with federal policy analysis, a valuable professional practice for your work as a social worker.
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following EPAs and practice behaviors:
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:
- Analyze the social justice issue and its connection to the chosen population, including addressing cultural values, privilege, and power in your analysis.
- Analyze the federal policy and its connection to the social justice problem and the targeted population.
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: - Evaluate the effectiveness of the policy, including addressing issues with policy design, implementation practices, and external constraints that inhibit effectiveness.
- Draw conclusions about the continuing effectiveness of the policy.
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: - Analyze the historical issues and context leading up to and including the development of the policy.
- Evaluate the feasibility of the policy from political, economic, and administrative perspectives.
- Provide recommendations to improve the policy or to replace it with alternative solutions, including a plan for advocacy and implementation.
