Develop an advocacy statement, just as if you would testify at the United Nations include a brief description of the population and its vulnerability and advocate for the rights of your selected population to education, health, prevention, treatment, health care.

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Advocacy Statement

Give a voice to a vulnerable population. Write a paper of 2500-3000 words and minimum 5 references (max 2 of the references can be websites).

Develop an advocacy statement, just as if you would testify at the United Nations include a brief description of the population and its vulnerability and advocate for the rights of your selected population to education, health, prevention, treatment, health care.

Your statement needs to be convincing, based on research and facts, and with a global component, suggesting a potential solution.

Structure of the Advocacy Statement

  • Opening statement.
  • Present the problem.
  • Provide facts, data about the problem.
  • Share a story or give an example of the problem.
  • Connect the issue to the audience’s values, concerns or self-interest.
  • Make your request.