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This document discusses current issues and approaches to addressing social problems. It defines current issues as topics or problems that are actively happening and impact society. Examples provided include civil rights, climate change, and gun violence. The document explains that understanding current issues helps people stay informed, make decisions, and engage in conversations to contribute to solutions. It then outlines seven approaches to social problems: policy and legislative, community-based, education and awareness, advocacy and activism, research and evidence-based, and collaborative approaches. These involve developing policies, community organizing, raising awareness, advocacy, research, and collaboration between stakeholders.

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This document discusses current issues and approaches to addressing social problems. It defines current issues as topics or problems that are actively happening and impact society. Examples provided include civil rights, climate change, and gun violence. The document explains that understanding current issues helps people stay informed, make decisions, and engage in conversations to contribute to solutions. It then outlines seven approaches to social problems: policy and legislative, community-based, education and awareness, advocacy and activism, research and evidence-based, and collaborative approaches. These involve developing policies, community organizing, raising awareness, advocacy, research, and collaboration between stakeholders.

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CURRENT ISSUES

Learning Objective:
Develop an understanding of what current issue is, the ethical implications of
current issues, and ethical responsibilities of individuals and society in addressing these
issues.

Introduction
Current issues typically refer to a topic or problem that is relevant and actively
happening in the present time. It could relate to various fields such as politics,
technology, environment, or social issues. Current issues refer to ongoing, often
controversial, and noteworthy topics or challenges that are relevant in a specific period.
These can include social, political, economic, environmental, or technological issues
that are actively discussed and have an impact on society at a given time.

Example of Current Issues:


 Civil Rights
 Sexual Violence
 Climate Change
 Gun Violence
 Health care
 Homelessness
 Privacy
 Racism
 Terrorism

Why is there a need in knowing or understanding the current issues?


Understanding current issues is crucial for several reasons. It helps individuals
stay informed about the world around them, make informed decisions in their personal
and professional lives, engage in meaningful conversations, and contribute to society by
being aware of challenges and potential solutions. Additionally, staying informed about
current issues fosters critical thinking skills and a broader perspective on global events.
Approaches to Social problem
1. Policy and Legislative Approaches
2. Community-Based Approaches
3. Education and Awareness
4. Approaches
5. Advocacy and Activism Approaches
6. Research and Evidence-Based Approaches
7. Collaborative Approaches

Policy and Legislative Approaches


This approach involves developing and implementing policies and laws to
address social problems. It includes creating regulations, guidelines, and legislation that
aim to prevent or mitigate the impact of social issues. For example, laws related to
environmental protection, labor rights, or anti-discrimination can help address social
problems in those areas.

Community-Based Approaches
Involve engaging and empowering local communities to address social problems.
This approach recognizes the importance of community involvement and participation in
finding solutions. It may include community organizing, grassroots initiatives, and
collaboration among community members, organizations, and local institutions.

Education and Awareness Approaches


Focus on raising awareness and educating individuals about social problems.
This approach aims to promote understanding, empathy, and informed decision-making.
It may involve educational campaigns, workshops, public awareness events, and the
dissemination of information through various channels.

Advocacy and Activism Approaches


Involve raising awareness, mobilizing support, and advocating for change. This
approach often includes public demonstrations, lobbying, media campaigns, and other
forms of activism to bring attention to social problems and push for policy changes or
social reforms.
Research and Evidence-Based Approaches
Involve conducting studies, collecting data, and analyzing evidence to better
understand social problems and develop effective solutions. This approach emphasizes
the importance of evidence-based decision-making and using research findings to guide
policy development and program implementation.

Collaborative Approaches
Involve bringing together multiple stakeholders, including government agencies,
non-profit organizations, businesses, and community members, to collaborate on
addressing social problems. This approach recognizes the need for collective efforts
and partnerships to achieve meaningful and sustainable change.

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