Using your chosen policy, plan and evaluate the needed change from a cross-systems

leadership perspective, defined as “social work leadership for policy change in a state or

federal government context that effects various stakeholders.”

You have already considered the impact of the policy change on diverse populations and

its global context. You have identified the stakeholders you must convince to endorse this

change. You have considered the ethical implications of the change for your population

and other stakeholders. Now you must assume a leadership role and plan to execute an

advocacy campaign.

Instructions

● Consider the first three assignments as parts of a whole.

● Frame all actions from a leadership perspective.

● Always incorporate the connection to social justice, advocacy, diversity, ethical

considerations, globalization and integration of technology.

In a 12 page paper, build on the previous assignments to implement an advocacy

campaign:

● Briefly introduce the policy change you are recommending, and the rationale.

● Briefly introduce the stakeholders and their positions.

● Analyze the target of change (state or federal legislatures), taking into account

the current political climate regarding the change, including costs and benefits.

● Explain your methods for securing attention to the need for change:

○ Social media awareness campaign.

○ Contact with legislators.

○ Other means for informing the public.

● Analyze your strategies for mobilizing support:. Influences.

○ Resources: costs and benefits.

● Design a proposal for advocacy campaign, including:

○ Steps to implementation.

○ Steps for evaluation.

Additional Requirements

● Include 8 current scholarly references.

● Add a title and reference pages (not included in page count).

● Use Times New Roman, 12-point type.

● Adhere to current edition APA style and format throughout, including citations