influencer letter

This assignment allows you to practice professional macro-level advocacy by writing a letter to an influencereither an elected official or an administrative professionalregarding a social policy issue. The goal is to communicate effectively, persuasively, and concisely while demonstrating your understanding of policys impact on social welfare and service delivery.

Learning Objectives:

By completing this assignment, you will:

• Apply CSWE Competency 5: Engage in Policy Practice by identifying and analyzing a policy at the local, state, or federal level.
• Demonstrate professional written communication that is concise, factual, and persuasive.
• Advocate for social change by making a specific, actionable request to a possible influencer.
• Integrate evidence-based reasoning and credible sources to support your argument.

Instructions:

1. Identify a social policy that impacts well-being, service delivery, or access to services.
2. Choose an appropriate person to influence (elected official or administrative personnel).
3. Draft a brief, professional letter using the EPIC framework:

• Engage: Introduce yourself and establish credibility.
• Problem: Clearly state the issue and its impact.
• Inform: Provide evidence and explain why the issue matters.
• Call to Action: Request a specific policy change or action.

1. Include references to credible sources (articles, reports, government documents).
2. Format your letter professionally with a proper salutation, subject line, and closing.

Requirements:

• Length: 12 pages (or equivalent for Canvas text entry)
• Tone: Professional, concise, and persuasive
• Citations: APA format for all references
• Submission: Upload as PDF, Word document, or enter text directly in Canvas

Evaluation:

Your letter will be graded on:

1. Professionalism and format
2. Policy knowledge and understanding
3. Persuasiveness and clarity
4. Application of EPIC framework
5. Use of credible evidence and references

here are my references (APA FORMAT)

Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). (n.d.).

Public Housing and community Development director. (n.d.).

Policies and Procedures Manual. (n.d.).

Housing and Section 8. (n.d.).

Section 8 Administrative Plan for housing and community development. (2025). In Housing and Community Development, Housing and Community Development (pp. 2194) [Report].

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. (2018). MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY POLICIES (pp. 237).