Advocacy and Solution Research Brief

Using the questions in the left column as your guide, COMPLETE the table below by making a list of answers in the middle column. Follow the word
count requirements for the answer section in the table. Use the far right column to provide the sources you cite/use in reference page format.
Save this completed table as a pdf and submit it in the assignment folder.

Question Answer/Claim Sources in APA format

(if applicable)

Thesis/persuasive Homelessness is a widespread issue that critically needs to be

claim addressed.

Specific Solution I want my audience to volunteer 6-8 hours a month at

GCNSSC.

(ex. I want my audience

to volunteer 5 hours a
month at ABC Agency.

I want my audience to
donate at least 2 items to
the ABC Agency’s winter
clothing drive)

Nonprofit’s mission “The Grand Central Neighborhood Social Services Grand Central Neighborhood. (n.d.).
statement Corporation (GCNSSC) is committed to providing http://www.grandcentralneighborhood.org/about/our
immediate relief to Midtown Manhattan’s homeless -mission/
population”.
 Argument, Reasoning, and Evidence Sources in APA format

(in expository, full paragraph writing format)

How can this issue be Addressing homelessness in New York requires a multi-
solved/addressed by pronged approach. Locally, community members can
support shelters, food programs, and affordable housing
members in your
initiatives. At the state and city levels, governments
community? Your should invest in affordable housing, mental health
country/state/city? services, and job training programs. Nationally, there's a
Your audience? (A need for policies that ensure housing as a basic right.
high-level analysis of On a broader scale, educating and raising awareness
among the general public is crucial to reduce stigma and
how to solve this
foster empathy. Solving homelessness requires a
problem overall) combination of community action, government
intervention, and societal change.
(50-100 words)

How does the This nonprofit solves the problem I am focusing on because Grand Central Neighborhood. (n.d.).
nonprofit solve your they are going to extensive lengths to reduce the number of http://www.grandcentralneighborhood.org/about/our-
mission/
problem? people experiencing homelessness. They go beyond shelter
and focus on advocacy and various levels of support. They
(50-100 words)
work to provide cultural support and raise awareness to the
struggles that homeless individuals face. With a number of
services aimed at assisting those in need through a
multifaceted approach that goes far beyond providing
shelter.

Why did you choose I chose this nonprofit because they are based in New York Grand Central Neighborhood. (n.d.).
this nonprofit? and provide direct resources to support those facing poverty http://www.grandcentralneighborhood.org/about/our-
mission/
and homelessness. This organization provides several
(50-100 words)
resources such as accessible healthcare, daily meals and
 overnight/emergency sheltering, among other resources.
When I began looking into what might be a good nonprofit to
support, this one seemed to provide a great number of
resources and does a lot for New York’s homeless
population. This organization is a certified nonprofit and
appeared to be reputable as it was a .org website and other
sources have referenced this organization and its impact on
New York.

How and why will this As mentioned in my previous paper, homelessness has Lopez, G. (2022, July 15). Homeless in
solution effectively significant effects on the wellbeing of those living in it. From,
America. The New York Times.
address the problem? psychological and emotional effects, to physical danger,
(address response homelessness has many ways of impacting individuals. If https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/15/briefin
efficacy) more people are working to help get people off the street,
(50-100 words) the imbalance between supply and demand would be more g/homelessness-america-housing-crisis.html
evened out and more and more people would be able to be
helped. People would be able to see the difference they are
making and be more motivated to keep supporting the Pumariega, A., Gogineni, R., & Benton, T.
nonprofit, since they will be supporting a good outcome.
(2022). Poverty, Homelessness, Hunger in

Children, and Adolescents: Psychosocial

Perspectives. World Social Psychiatry, 4(2),

54.

https://link-gale-com.proxy.lib.ohio-

state.edu/apps/doc/A745551561/AONE?u=co

lu44332&sid=

bookmark-AONE&xid=017a972d
How do we motivate To motivate citizens to act on the proposal, we would need Kornblum, W. (2023). Homeless in Midtown:
specific citizens to act to bring in evidence that will appeal to pathos, ethos, and
The View from Mainchance. Dissent (New
on our proposal? logos. This would include visuals of the overcrowding that is
happening in the streets of New York, statistics and facts York), 70(2), 104-109. 10.1353/dss.2023.0015
(50-100 words)
about the number of people currently facing poverty, and
information on laws and legislation. We could ask people
what they believe is the moral thing to do and inform them
Lopez, G. (2022, July 15). Homeless in
of the discrimination, danger, and immoral practices being
used to try address homelessness instead of the approach we America. The New York Times.
are encouraging people to take. To further motivate citizens,
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/15/briefin
I believe measures of the impacts their actions could have
could further inspire the audience to take initiative. g/homelessness-america-housing-crisis.html

Pumariega, A., Gogineni, R., & Benton, T.

(2022). Poverty, Homelessness, Hunger in

Children, and Adolescents: Psychosocial

Perspectives. World Social Psychiatry, 4(2),

54.

https://link-gale-com.proxy.lib.ohio-

state.edu/apps/doc/A745551561/AONE?u=co

lu44332&sid=

bookmark-AONE&xid=017a972d
 U.S. Department of Health and Human

Services. (n.d.). Homelessness linked to

higher rates of hospital readmission. National

Heart Lung and Blood Institute.

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/news/2020/homele

ssness-linked-higher-rates-hospital-

readmission

What objections might Citizens might have objections to contributing to this Lopez, G. (2022, July 15). Homeless in
citizens have about a nonprofit addressing homelessness in New York for
various reasons. These objections could include America. The New York Times.
proposal to contribute
concerns about transparency and how donations are
to this NPO? used, skepticism about the effectiveness of such https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/15/briefin
organizations, worries that the government should take
(50-100 words) the primary responsibility, or personal financial g/homelessness-america-housing-crisis.html
constraints. Many people often hold stereotypical views
about homeless and impoverished populations and may
be hesitant to help solely based on these beliefs. Some
might also question the sustainability of long-term
solutions provided by nonprofits. Overcoming these
objections may require clear communication,
accountability, and evidence of tangible impact from the
nonprofit.

What are the barriers Barriers to volunteering at CGNSSC for 6-8 hours a Lopez, G. (2022, July 15). Homeless in
that may prevent your month may include time constraints due to work or
family obligations, transportation issues, or concerns America. The New York Times.
audience from
about personal safety. Some individuals might lack
enacting your awareness of volunteer opportunities or feel https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/15/briefin
recommended uncomfortable in unfamiliar social settings. Additionally,
misconceptions or stereotypes (as previously g/homelessness-america-housing-crisis.html
solution?
mentioned) about homelessness could deter
(50-100 words) participation.

How can you overcome Overcoming these barriers would require flexible
these barriers? scheduling, accessible locations across New York,
alternative options to support such as donating instead,
(address self-efficacy)
clear communication about safety measures, and public
(50-100 words) awareness campaigns to challenge stereotypes and
encourage community involvement. Most importantly
however, is self-efficacy. Self-efficacy is crucial in
overcoming barriers to volunteering at a homeless
shelter. If we encourage individuals to start with small
commitments, and allow them to gradually increase their
involvement, their confidence will grow. By fostering
self-efficacy and providing a supportive environment,
more individuals may be motivated to overcome the
barriers and contribute to the cause.