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Part 1: Social Issue/Problem/Condition Identification

In this section of the capstone project your group, using a social justice framework, will draw upon existing empirical data (no more than three years old) to identify a current social issue, problem or condition that is negatively impacting a particular population, community, or group in the New York metropolitan area. In determining the social issue/problem/condition, you must describe its various dimensions. These include its exact nature, prevalence (how widespread), who it impacts and how, the length of time it has been in existence (history), and previous or current attempts to alleviate it as a social issue/problem/condition (past or present practice/policy/program interventions).

demonstrate the magnitude of the problem in New York City. Where is the NYC-specific data? Borough-level rates? District disparities? Are certain racial, gender, LGBTQ+, disability, or immigrant student populations disproportionately affected? Without drilling into subgroups, the issue is treated as generic rather than structurally patterned. Analytically identify its impact on academics, attendance, mental health, and suicidal ideation. provide prevalence rates among bullied youth, strength of association, and whether bullying independently predicts suicidal behavior. current policies and gaps. examine systemic drivers such as school climate, social media dynamics, racialized harassment, homophobia, community violence spillover, or inequitable school resources.

here are some empirical data websites for data. https://www.osc.ny.gov/press/releases/2026/02/dinapoli-bullying-and-drug-related-incidents-schools-rise

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/local-government/publications/pdf/2026-school-safety.pdf

https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2024/08/30/rising-student-bullying-teacher-dissatistaction-chancellor-2024-survey-shows/#:~:text=More%20bullying%2C%20teacher%20dissatisfaction%20with,migration%20into%20New%20York%20City.