Writing a letter to your local newspaper editor about why immigration justice for families is important

The purpose of this assignment is to raise awareness about our current immigration policies, and their impact on families and make educate the public on an advocacy stance. This advocacy action assignment could include:

• Writing a letter to your local newspaper editor about why immigration justice for families is important

• The letter, blog post, graphic or advocacy action you choose should include references to readings from our class or readings that you found on immigrants and families (minimum 2 references).

  Rubric

  Rubric for Advocacy Opinion Piece or Graphic: Immigrants & Families

  Rubric for Advocacy Opinion Piece or Graphic: Immigrants & Families

  Criteria	Ratings	Pts
  This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStructure Presents immigration policy and advocacy steps in a clear, organized and informed manner using one of the suggested advocacy actions unless approved by instructor.		10 pts
  This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresenting Issues Indicates overall awareness of current immigration policies and how they impact immigrant families.		10 pts
  This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUses References from Readings or Peer Reviewed Literature Cites at minimum two articles from the class readings or other peer-reviewed articles on immigrants and families.		10 pts
  This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAdvocacy Stance Demonstrates understanding of an advocacy action step and its importance for social work practice.		5 pts
  This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUses a Strengths and Empowerment Framework Integrates a strengths-based and empowerment perspective to highlight immigrant family policy		5 pts
  Total Points: 40