| Utilizing the instructor’s current clients, students in this clinic will have the opportunity to work on the current social policy priorities of both this Congress and Administration. For this particular clinic, the focus of our work will be in the area of health care policy and child welfare policy and how current pieces of federal legislation will have an effect on the well-being of populations who are served by these policy constructs. Over the 10-week clinic, students will be integrated into real-time research and analysis of current relevant policies and become familiar with advocacy activities related to any Congressional reform efforts that are underway. Students will be producing work products to support particular advocacy events, including research documents, informative one-pagers for congressional staff, and any other tools required for effective advocacy. To every extent possible, students will have the opportunity to watch hearings/debates and other related congressional events, as well as propose policy solutions directly to the participating client. |