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The Advocacy Letter Project requires a topic proposal that identifies a specific, actionable issue for advocacy, explains its importance, and brainstorms potential solutions. The proposal should consist of three sections: a clear description of the problem, an explanation of why it matters, and at least two possible solutions. The document emphasizes the need for clarity and thoughtfulness in topic selection, as this will form the foundation for the subsequent Advocacy Letter.

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Topic Proposal

The Advocacy Letter Project requires a topic proposal that identifies a specific, actionable issue for advocacy, explains its importance, and brainstorms potential solutions. The proposal should consist of three sections: a clear description of the problem, an explanation of why it matters, and at least two possible solutions. The document emphasizes the need for clarity and thoughtfulness in topic selection, as this will form the foundation for the subsequent Advocacy Letter.

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Advocacy Letter Project – Step 1: Topic Proposal

Purpose: The goal of the topic proposal is to help you select a focused, meaningful issue for your Advocacy
Letter and begin thinking critically about possible solutions. This step ensures your topic is appropriate,
researchable, and actionable before you move forward.
Create a brief topic proposal that addresses all three of the components below:
1.​ Identify the Problem
a.​ Clearly describe the issue you want to advocate for.
b.​ The issue should be specific, real‑world, and appropriate for advocacy (something a person or
organization could realistically influence).
c.​ Avoid topics that are too broad (e.g., pollution) or too vague.
2.​ Explain Why the Issue Matters
a.​ In a few sentences, explain why this problem is important.
b.​ Consider:
i.​ Who is affected?
ii.​ What are the consequences if nothing changes?
iii.​ Why should a reader care about this issue?
3.​ Brainstorm Potential Solutions
a.​ List at least two possible solutions you might research further.
b.​ These do not need to be fully developed yet—this is exploratory.
c.​ Your solutions should involve action (policy change, funding, behavior change, awareness,
enforcement, etc.).
Format & Length: Typed response – 1 short paragraph per section (about 150–250 words total). Use complete
sentences, but this does not need to be written as a formal essay.
Example (Excerpt):
Problem: Many Nashville public schools lack up‑to‑date library resources, which limits students’ access
to diverse and relevant reading material.
Importance: Limited access to books can negatively affect literacy development and student
engagement, especially for students who do not have books at home.
Possible Solutions: Potential solutions include increasing district funding for school libraries, partnering
with local organizations to donate books, and seeking grants for additional library funding.
Grading & Due Date:
●​ Homework Grade
●​ Due: 11:59 PM on Thursday, May 7
●​ Completion, clarity, and effort are the primary criteria.
●​ This proposal will be approved or redirected before you move on to full research. Choose your topic
thoughtfully—this is the foundation for your entire Advocacy Letter.

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