Advocacy is imperative to enacting social change for vulnerable populations, and understanding the historical and current context of the social issue is important to effectively respond to the needs of vulnerable populations.
Choose one of the following vulnerable populations that has been historically oppressed and continues to be marginalized: Immigrants, Refugees, Veterans, Native Americans, or LGBTQIA+. In a 1,500-2,000-word essay, include the following:
1. Describe the vulnerable population including cultural aspects, challenges they face, and factors that contribute to their resiliency.
2. Detail the evolution of the marginalization of this population including historical context and current societal approach.
3. Identify social policy at the local, state, and federal levels that impact the well-being of this population.
4. A description of how the marginalization of the vulnerable population involved can be reduced by engaging in advocacy.
5. A description and review of any advocacy group that is acting in support of the vulnerable population. List the name of the group, how they are involved, if the groups ideals match the needs of the vulnerable population, what advocacy tactics they use, and your opinion on the success/shortcomings of their advocacy efforts.