PART 1– Introduction We can talk all day about social justice and how things need to change; ...

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PART 1– Introduction We can talk all day about social justice and how things need to change; however change requires action. Groups and organizations have dedicated themselves to promoting equity and justice within our societies. Let's learn more about what some of these organizations do! Your Tasks TASK 1- RESEARCH Review this list of organizations who have dedicated themselves to the social justice cause. Choose one that you would like to do more research on. TASK 2- ORIGINAL POST Next, you will need to create your discussion post. Your post must address the following (point values indicated in bold): What is the name of the organization? 1 point Which social injustice(s) is/are their main focus? (e.g., human trafficking, racial injustice, etc.) 2 points Why did you choose this organization? 3 points What is their mission statement? 3 points Briefly describe the history of the organization. In other words, why was this organization created? 3 points Describe research that they are working on and/or current projects/ programs that they have? Briefly describe 1-2 of these? 4 points Include at least 1 outside reference, cited in APA format. This reference needs to be cited both in-text and at the end of the post in a reference list. 2 points Post must be a minimum of 250 words. 2 points PART 2— Introduction We have all probably been exposed to some form of social injustice or justice in our lives. For some it may have been a direct and very personal experience, for others it may have been through older family members, and for others it may have been through reading or watching current events. In this assignment, we will critically think about the role or influence that social justice has played in our lives. Your Tasks TASK 1 Please answer the following prompt: What was your understanding of social justice in the context of health prior to reading this week's material? 5 points How has this understanding changed? 5 points How have you seen health inequities (or general inequities) within your community? 10 points