Research, write a paper, and present on a topic related to victimology, victim rights and/or current trends in the criminal justice system. You must primarily focus on introducing a creative and innovative policy, program, or strategy relating to victimology. Your approach must be convincing. I have chosen the topic of stalking. Since the program I would implement is primary focus would be dealing with individuals battling with physical and mental health issues. The program would be broken down into a three-step process. Step one: would focus on a one-on-one counseling so the individual can work through problems alone and at a comfortable pace. Why one on one therapy? One on one therapy allows individuals to focus on themselves and discuss vulnerable topics in a private setting. Step two: would consist of a group therapy session. Why group therapy? Group therapy is beneficial because it offers support from peers and can work on/improve social skills. In small groups everyone can discuss and work with individuals with similar situations and can relate. Step three: would continue the theme of a group therapy session but it would involve being active and learning to work through things while perhaps finding a new hobby or interest through art therapy. Why art therapy? Art therapy can help everyone of all ages because there are many forms that could be used to help individuals heal and work through different situations and emotions. Here is the paper rubric Outline for the Final Paper 1. Introduction Introduce your topic Explain the importance in relation to the course 2. Explore and Research Identify the need Start with a lit review on the larger social issue that is the basis for your victim assistance program or policy. E.g.: If your topic is “victims of bullying” you will want to do research on the impact and prevalence of bullying in schools first. Your research must draw on academic sources (i.e. peer reviewed research articles, academic books, and government publications). In other words, you should be explaining why this a problem in need of social action to aid victims of this issue. Research the services are currently available or policies in place Support these claims based on research What do these services provide? What works? What doesn’t? What is missing? Are there services at all? If not, why? Use the research to support your claims!!!!!!!!! 3. Description of the victim assistance you are providing~) Describe the specifics of the services you are providing to your victims in your newly created program etc. Include detailed reasoning as to what your services have that others in your communities don’t Describe why your services are better than what is already available and why you will be able to help these victims in a more well0rounded way Once again, use the research to support your claims!!
