Advocacy

Times New Romans, 12pt, 1 page separate with reference/s, plus 2 pages total of written work with an opening and summarization paragraph. A minimum of 4 references and all within 5 years of 2021. American literature in Social Work

Due Date: 9/16/21

A current challenging issue s for children and adolescents within our society is

Challenge/Topic: Controversial therapy: Conversion Therapy

As an advocate for a child who is receiving Conversion Therapy, complete the following:

Write a 2 page letter that identifies and addresses your concern. This letter must be written to the editor of your local newspaper (New York Daily Newspaper).

This letter should be an example of critical thinking and should include, at a minimum:

· A well-articulated ethical issue you have identified, including demographics, statistics, and why it is an issue within your community. Provide relevant resources and citations.

· A strategy that would address dimensions and differentiation in diversity that will influence local policy and influence relationships, intervention techniques and technologies with diverse clients, families, groups, organizations, and communities.

· Interventions identified through research and evidence-based practices. Provide references and research.

· Demonstrate use of leadership skills and use of technology.

Including the editors’ contact information and an explanation as to why you chose them.