Section

Word Count

1500words

Research - Policy Report (use headings)/ can use bullet points and numbered lists)

The goal of Assessment 3 is to create a persuasive reportadvocating for changes to the policy for the government organisation responsible for your chosen policy. You are expected to identify gaps or areas of improvement within the same policy set you were asked to analyse in Assessment 2.

Choose the same policy you analysed in Assessment 2that will help you to write in-depth 

1. NDIS - https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/policies

Week 2 - 2011: Introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), a significant reform providing individualised support for people with disabilitieshttps://www.aph.gov.au/About_Parliament/Parliamentary_departments/Parliamentary_Library/Research/Chronologies/2018-19/NDIS]

Mithen, J., Aitken, Z., Ziersch, A. & Kavanagh, A. (2015). Inequalities in social capital and health between people with and without disabilities. Social Science & Medicine, Feb, Vol.126, p.26.   

Week 5 – lecture ppt slide 7

1. Refugee policy - https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/what-we-do/refugee-and-humanitarian-program/refugee-visas

Week x – lecture ppt slide x

https://asrc.org.au/2023/09/28/saajedas-voice/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Search%20|%20ASRC%20Grants%20|%20Generic%20|%20Blog%20Post%201&utm_content=RSA&utm_term=asylum&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIlOnD3s6hjAMVnf9MAh1MLj17EAAYASAAEgI-yfD_BwE

1. Fair Work - https://www.fairwork.gov.au/employment-conditions/protections-at-work/protection-from-discrimination-at-work

Week x – lecture ppt slide x

Referencing

1. Include references to the required literature from Weeks 7, 8, and 9.
2. Use a minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed journal articles to support your arguments.

1. Executive Summary 
2. Introduction

Discussion

300 words

1. What gaps exist in the current policy? Describe the specific issues or shortcomings you've identified.

Readings/ textbook (choose which ones fit best and also look in AE library and use google scholar for more)

Weeks 7, 8, and 9.

1. Check readings and Resources - https://lms.ae.edu.au/mod/page/view.php?id=273387

200 words

1. Who is affected and how? Explain how these gaps impact individuals, communities, or society as a whole.

Readings/ textbook (choose which ones fit best and also look in AE library and use google scholar for more)

Weeks 7, 8, and 9.

1. Check readings and Resources - https://lms.ae.edu.au/mod/page/view.php?id=273387

2.McClelland, A. & Smyth, P. (Eds.) (2020). Social Policy in Australia: Understanding for Action, (4th ed.). South Melbourne, Victoria: Oxford Uni Press.

1. An overview of relevant theories of policy change that could guide your work. You can demonstrate your understanding of policy change theories from the unit, including Sen’s theory, The Marxist theory, Elite theory, Pluralism theory or others.

200 words

1. How should the policy be changed and why? Propose specific and feasible changes to address the identified gaps. Provide strong reasons for your recommendations.

Readings/ textbook (choose which ones fit best and also look in AE library and use google scholar for more)

Weeks 7, 8, and 9.

1. Check readings and Resources - https://lms.ae.edu.au/mod/page/view.php?id=273387

2.Week 8 – 

Marston G. & McClelland, A. (2014 or 2020). Chapter 3 A Framework for Understanding, Advocacy and Action, in McClelland et al Social Policy in Australia, Understanding for Action Ebook. (Link)

Åsa Knaggard. (2015).  Multiple Streams Framework and the problem broker. European Journal of Political Research (54). 450–465. (Link)

150 words

1. Potential industry partners: Identify organizations or groups that could support your proposed changes. Explain why their collaboration would be valuable.

Readings/ textbook (choose which ones fit best and also look in AE library and use google scholar for more)

Weeks 7, 8, and 9.

1. Check readings and Resources - https://lms.ae.edu.au/mod/page/view.php?id=273387

2.

200 words

1. Campaign, actions, or strategies: Suggest specific actions, campaigns, or strategies that could be used to advocate for your proposed changes

Readings/ textbook (choose which ones fit best and also look in AE library and use google scholar for more)

Weeks 7, 8, and 9.

1.Mendes, P., Mccurdy, S., Allen-Kelly, K., Charikar, K. &Incerti, K. (2015). Integrating professional social work identity and social justice advocacy: An analysis of the Australian campaign to restore  

2.ASRC - https://asrc.org.au/community-advocacy-and-power-program/

3. ASRC - https://www.refugeeresourcehub.org.au/

1. Conclusion and recommendation 

References & Academic Writing

10%

Referencing

• Include references to the required literature from Weeks 7, 8, and 9.
• Use a minimum of three (3) peer-reviewed journal articles to support your arguments.
• It is essential that you use appropriate APA7 style for citing and referencing research. Please see more information on referencing in the Library and Learning Resources / Academic Support - https://lms.ae.edu.au/course/view.php?id=850
• Include Assessment Cover Sheet TEMPLATE
• Correct formatting: word document with English (Australia), lines are double spaced, headings are bold and centred, no extra lines between headings and paragraphs, no extra lines between paragraphs,paraphrase over using direct quotes, Reference List is titled “References” and starts on a new page.
• Correct referencing: follow APA7 formatting for in-text referencing and Reference list. Include doi’s. Use at least 1 in-text reference for each question.