Description and Instructions: The policy brief should include the following sections: Call to action -State your call to action as the introduction Problem Statement Identification of the problem Definition of the problem Consequences and/or societal impact of the social problem Present status of the problem Populations affected or disproportionately affected by the problem Past/Current Policy Past/current policy to address the social problem Brief historical background of the policy Key provisions of the policy Strengths and weaknesses of the policy Policy Proposal Identify your proposed policy/update/amendment Gaps addressed in your proposed policy What would be the expected outcomes of your proposal? Explain to what extent the goals of the proposed policy are socially just, non-discriminatory, and consistent with the values of the social work profession Conclusion The overall summary of your policy brief Close by reiterating your call to action References Length & Formatting: This assignment should be NO MORE THAN 8 double-spaced pages (the Key Organization and Individual List and References do not count towards the total); 12pt. Times New Roman, Ariel, or Calibri font. Please use headings as appropriate to help the reader track along with your thoughts. APA format is required, but no minimum # of references are stipulated. MUST name your file using your name and the title of the assignment (i.e., YOUR FIRST NAME_LAST NAME_Final Policy Brief)
