Assignment # 1 - Social Problem Proposal Template

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Assignment #1: Social Problem Proposal

Description of Social Problem/Issue


What is the specific social problem/issue that you want to address? Why does this
problem/issue qualify as a social problem/issue? What makes it a complex or
wicked problem? Why is this social problem/issue important? Why are you
interested in this social problem/issue?

Background of the Social Problem/Issue


What is the history of this social problem/issue? When did it begin? Who is it a
problem/issue for? What geographies or places are most affected by this social
problem/issue? What are the consequences of this social problem/issue?

Status of Social Problem/Issue


How is the social problem/issue currently being addressed? Who is already working
to solve this problem/issue? What gaps exist in the current solutions?

Current Understanding of the Social Problem/Issue


What do you already know about this social problem/issue? What aspect of this
problem/issue do you need to know more about or understand? What are your
assumptions about this social problem/issue? What questions do you have about
this social problem/issue?

References
You should support your proposal with at least three sources and cite your
references using the APA Format. For those who may be unfamiliar with the APA
format please refer to the following: APA Citation Style.

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