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PROPOSAL WRITING
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Proposal writing ae a ihe a intent. There are different reasons t
recipient to act in accor ents for the types of proposals are different. For example,
ee a business proposal. Note that there is no one way to write
proposal is a fi cn format. The objective of writing a proposal is to convince,
proposal It es a proposal. There are some guidelines in writing a proposal.
reader to agree
+ Focuses on the future.
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+ It will usually contain hypotheses about results of possible future actions anj
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recommendations for future actions.
Must be easy to follow.
Clear headings, divided into sections.
Impersonal, neutral.
Logically organised.
Contains clear recommendations for the future.
Common Types of Proposals:
+ Project Proposal and Research Proposal.
+ Grant Proposal.
+ Business and Sales Proposal.
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+ Situation-based Proposal. |
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Features: |
+ Clear: — The reader should not be left confused about what the proposal writ
wants to do,
+ Direct:
Proposals should be direct about what they want from the reader.
* Specific: Proposals should be specific as far as Possible,
Structure:
1. Planning:
+ Know your teader why
+ What do you want ye
+ Keep elements of
needlessly com,
plain, direct fay
2. Start with a fi
© will read your proposal,
‘our reader to get from your proposal?
style in mind: Don't overuse jargon, obscure abbreviations,
Plex language ("rectification of « workplace imbalance”). Write it
nguage whenever possible,
irm introduction:
+ = Start out with a hook.
+ Make your proposal as purpose
ful and useful as possible.
+ State the purpose of your proposal,state the problem:
Sm chow that you've conducted ined
pth reseate
issue. earch and evaluation to understand the
4 Emphasize why your problem needs to be sol
Propose solutions: ved.
g, Include a schedule and budget (if the proposal is for funded
le
Wrap up with a conclusion: Project)
+ Summarise the benefits of your proposal
+ Leave your reader thinking ahead.
Itis suggested that while writing a proposal, the students provide:
+ Anapttitle.
A heading i.., an introduction of about 2 sentences.
‘A minimum of 2 objectives.
A list of measures of minimum of 4 points.
The proposal should be concluded with an appropriate sentence.
2 marks will be awarded for linguistic ability.
Useful Phrases:
Twould like to put forward the following proposal, which I believe would help...
As requested, I am submitting the following proposal on.
Iam submitting the following proposal on how...
I propose we remedy this situation by...
Irecommend that we
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I propose that we...
Ibelieve that.
Isuggest we......we should then be able to...
I feel strongly that we should
Finally, I propose we look into the poss!
Ideally, I would like to see-.-
This would mean that...
This would allow us to...
We could achieve this by.--
We could...
We should also...
One solution might be
Another possibility would be...
My first recommendation would be.»
Tt is in fact that which means that...
Tt would be worthwhile to...
It would be a good idea.
T trust you will give my proposal your full
I therefore hope my proposal will be given due
bility of...
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As a member 0}
under eed pool premises. Write a proposal in not more than 150 wes
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the steps you would take to make it a success.
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Ee paorashl TO CONDUCT A HANDICRAFT/HANDLOOM EXHIBrTy
SCHOOL
To conduct an exhibition to promote the small businesses of local underpriy
artisans.
This exhibition would aim to promote and provide monetary assistance to
underprivileged artisans by bringing their craft to the forefront. This exhibit wo
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help them to advertise their business and gain profit without the interference of any
middlemen.
List of Measures:
+ The exhibition will be a two-day event conducted on 3rd and 4th January 2024,
+ The exhibition would require tables and chairs for the artisans to display tes
Two volunteers each from classes IX to XII would be required at every stall
assist their allotted artisan.
Asmall lunch to be organised for the artisans after the exhibition.
We hope this proposal gets accepted as it would benefit our local craftsmen in reaching
2 larger audience. It would also help the students in stimulating their creativity.
As a member of the student council of your school, you wish to create awareness
about the rising mental health issues among students, by organising a mental health
awareness camp. Write a proposal in not more than 150 words, stating the steps yo"
would take to make it a success.
Answer:
PROPOSAL TO CONDUCT A MENTAL HEALTH A) 1°
IN SCHOOL WARENESS CAN
To conduct a mental health awareness camp in school to ba... ‘
mental health issues among students, ‘© bring light to the risiné
This campaign would aim to promote and encourage atu
their feelings and emotions and day-to-day i regarding ie to talk openly about
how to manage them healthily. “Sects of their lives and
List of Measures:
+ The campaign will be conducted on 26th January 299,
day to advocate this cause. “Which Would be a good
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sre campaign would involve inviting two mental health professionals from a
Jocal hospital.
4 Ateam of 15 volunteers from classes IX to XII would be required to manage the
event.
{sThe school auditorium would be required for the event.
4 Ascreen and projector would be required for the display of the presentation.
We hope this proposal gets accepted as it would help the students in reducing the