Description
Describe the issue as it exists today: what is the issue, who is affected by the issue, the numbers affected, the geographic area being targeted, what is the current political context of the problem.
" History of the Problem: How long has this been an issue? When did it begin? How has it changed or not over-time. What factors (political, economic, social, etc.) contributed to the "cause" of the social problem? Think about discrimination, oppression, power, etc. Is there a theoretical framework that helps explain the issue?
" Impact: Clearly describe how this issue has impacted people and the community. To what extent are diverse population groups disproportionately affected by this issue? What predictions can be made about what will occur if the current conditions don't change?